Cottonwood Borer vs Amazonian Stag Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cottonwood Borer | Amazonian Stag Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Plectrodera scalator | Sphaenognathus feisthameli |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Lucanidae |
| Size | 25-40 mm | 25-55 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Central and eastern United States | Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Cottonwood Borer
A large longhorn beetle with bold black and white patterning and long antennae. Its larvae bore into the roots and lower trunks of cottonwood and willow trees.
Did You Know?
When handled, it produces a loud squeaking sound by rubbing parts of its thorax together.
Amazonian Stag Beetle
A striking metallic green stag beetle from South American cloud forests. Males have elongated mandibles with tooth-like projections.
Did You Know?
Its brilliant metallic green coloration is caused by microscopic structures in the exoskeleton rather than pigments.