Gaboon Ebony Longhorn Beetle vs Helena Brown Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Gaboon Ebony Longhorn Beetle | Helena Brown Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceroplesis militaris | Tisiphone helena |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 25-45 mm | 5-6 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | West and Central Africa (Cameroon, Gabon, DRC, Nigeria) | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Gaboon Ebony Longhorn Beetle
A large longhorn beetle with striking black and yellow banding on its elytra. Its antennae are longer than its body in males. Larvae bore into hardwood trees and can take several years to develop.
Did You Know?
The larvae create audible tunneling sounds inside trees that can be heard by pressing an ear against the trunk.
Helena Brown Butterfly
A dark brown butterfly with orange-ringed eyespots found in shaded forest environments. It has a weak, bobbing flight close to the ground.
Did You Know?
It is one of very few Australian butterflies that prefers deep shade over sunny open areas.