Douglas-fir Beetle vs Madagascan Pill Millipede
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Douglas-fir Beetle | Madagascan Pill Millipede |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendroctonus pseudotsugae | Zoosphaerium neptunus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Sphaerotheriida |
| Family | Curculionidae | Arthrosphaeridae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 40-60 mm when curled |
| Habitat | Mountains | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Western North America from British Columbia to Mexico | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Douglas-fir Beetle
A dark reddish-brown bark beetle that attacks Douglas-fir trees, particularly those weakened by drought or windthrow. It is among the most damaging bark beetles in the Pacific Northwest.
Did You Know?
It preferentially attacks fallen or stressed trees, but during outbreaks it can kill large numbers of healthy standing trees.
Madagascan Pill Millipede
A giant pill millipede endemic to Madagascar that can roll into a perfect ball. It is one of the largest pill millipedes in the world.
Did You Know?
Males produce sounds by stridulation to attract females during courtship.