Giant African Click Beetle vs Banded Peacock Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant African Click Beetle | Banded Peacock Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tetralobus flabellicornis | Anartia fatima |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Elateridae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 40-60 mm | 55-65 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | East Africa, Southern Africa | Mexico, Central America, Colombia, Venezuela |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Giant African Click Beetle
Africa's largest click beetle, with impressive fan-shaped antennae in males. It can launch itself into the air with an audible click when placed on its back.
Did You Know?
It can catapult itself up to 30 cm into the air using a spring-loaded peg on its thorax.
Banded Peacock Butterfly
A medium-sized butterfly with dark brown wings crossed by a broad creamy-white band and orange wing bases. It is a fast, alert flier common in disturbed habitats.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most frequently encountered butterflies in Central American cities, thriving alongside human habitation.