Four-spotted Flat-face vs Royal Goliath Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Four-spotted Flat-face | Royal Goliath Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anoplophora macularia | Goliathus regius |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 22-35 mm | 50-100 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Central China (Sichuan, Hubei, Shaanxi) | West Africa (Ghana, Ivory Coast, Guinea) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Four-spotted Flat-face
A glossy black longhorn with four large white spots on its elytra, found in montane forests of central China. It is less well known than the invasive A. glabripennis but occurs in similar habitats. Larvae develop in living maple and birch trees.
Did You Know?
Unlike its notorious relative the Asian longhorn beetle, this species has never been found outside its native range.
Royal Goliath Beetle
A massive scarab beetle with bold white and brown markings on its elytra. Males have a forked horn used in combat with rivals.
Did You Know?
Despite their bulk, royal goliath beetles are strong fliers and can take off rapidly when disturbed.