Fiddler Beetle vs Ponderous Borer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fiddler Beetle | Ponderous Borer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eupoecila australasiae | Trichocnemis spiculatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 40-60 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | Western United States, British Columbia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Fiddler Beetle
A distinctive scarab beetle with green and yellow violin-shaped markings on its back. It is commonly found in gardens across eastern Australia.
Did You Know?
The fiddle-shaped pattern on its back gives this beetle its common name.
Ponderous Borer
One of the largest cerambycids in North America, this prionine breeds in the roots and lower trunks of dead ponderosa pines. Adults are dark brown with a somewhat rough body surface. They are nocturnal and attracted to lights.
Did You Know?
Larval development can take up to six years in dry dead wood, one of the longest development times for any beetle.