Coffee Berry Borer vs Cloudforest Jewel Scarab
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Coffee Berry Borer | Cloudforest Jewel Scarab |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hypothenemus hampei | Chrysina chrysargyrea |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 1.5-2 mm | 25-30mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Central Africa (native), Pantropical (invasive) | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Coffee Berry Borer
A tiny, dark brown beetle that bores into coffee berries and is the most damaging pest of coffee worldwide. Females tunnel into the berry and lay eggs inside.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few animals that can detoxify caffeine, thanks to gut bacteria that break down the alkaloid.
Cloudforest Jewel Scarab
A stunning scarab beetle with a body that appears to be made of burnished silver and gold. It is found only in Central American cloud forests.
Did You Know?
Its silver metallic finish is so reflective that it can actually be used as a mirror.