Giant Click Beetle vs Nisotra Flea Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Click Beetle | Nisotra Flea Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oxynopterus mucronatus | Nisotra uniformis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Elateridae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 40-65 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Farmland |
| Diet | Detritivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Malaysia, Indonesia, Borneo | South and Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Giant Click Beetle
One of the largest click beetles in Asia with dramatic pectinate antennae in males. It can launch itself into the air with an audible click when flipped over.
Did You Know?
Its spectacular fan-shaped antennae are used to detect female pheromones from great distances.
Nisotra Flea Beetle
A small, yellowish-brown flea beetle that is the most important pest of jute in South Asia. Adults create shot-holes in leaves while larvae mine the stems.
Did You Know?
It is the single most damaging insect pest of jute, an economically vital fiber crop grown extensively in Bangladesh and India.