Emerald Long-Horned Beetle vs Corsican Stag Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Emerald Long-Horned Beetle | Corsican Stag Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Callichroma velutinum | Lucanus tetraodon |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Lucanidae |
| Size | 20-30 mm | 30-50 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Sub-Saharan Africa | Corsica, Sardinia, Italy |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Near Threatened |
Emerald Long-Horned Beetle
A beautiful velvety green longhorn beetle found in tropical African forests. It has a downy texture unlike the glossy finish of most beetles.
Did You Know?
Its green coloration comes from tiny hair-like structures rather than pigment or shell structure.
Corsican Stag Beetle
A large stag beetle found in Corsica, Sardinia, and parts of Italy. Males have impressive mandibles with four teeth used in combat.
Did You Know?
Males use their four-pronged mandibles to flip rivals off tree branches during territorial fights.