Frigate Island Giant Tenebrionid Beetle vs Reunion Day Gecko Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Frigate Island Giant Tenebrionid Beetle | Reunion Day Gecko Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Polposipus herculeanus | Cratopus murinus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Tenebrionidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 2-3.5 cm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Seychelles | Reunion Island |
| Conservation | Critically Endangered | Not Evaluated |
Frigate Island Giant Tenebrionid Beetle
A large flightless darkling beetle endemic to Frigate Island in the Seychelles. It shelters under bark and in dead wood during the day.
Did You Know?
Its entire wild population is restricted to a single island less than 2 square kilometers in size.
Reunion Day Gecko Beetle
A drab brownish weevil endemic to Reunion Island in the Indian Ocean. It is a common herbivore found on both native and cultivated plants.
Did You Know?
It occasionally damages fruit crops on Reunion, where it is locally considered a pest.