Giant Brazilian Longhorn vs Fungus Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Brazilian Longhorn | Fungus Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Derobrachus geminatus | Lordithon thoracicus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 60-90 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | South America (Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina) | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Giant Brazilian Longhorn
A very large longhorn beetle with powerful mandibles and long, segmented antennae. The body is dark brown to black with a rough, sculptured texture. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to lights. Larvae bore into the roots of large trees.
Did You Know?
Its larvae can spend up to five years developing inside tree roots before emerging as adults that live only a few weeks.
Fungus Rove Beetle
A colorful rove beetle of the Tachyporinae with a reddish-orange pronotum and dark elytra, typically found on bracket fungi. It preys on fly larvae developing in fungal fruiting bodies.
Did You Know?
The bright orange and black coloration may serve as warning coloration, as the beetle produces unpleasant-tasting defensive compounds.