Giant Click Beetle vs Police Car Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Click Beetle | Police Car Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oxynopterus mucronatus | Graphium policenes |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Elateridae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 40-65 mm | 60-75 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Detritivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Malaysia, Indonesia, Borneo | West and Central Africa (Ghana, Nigeria, Cameroon, DRC, Ivory Coast) |
| 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.
Police Car Swallowtail
A striking swallowtail butterfly with black wings covered in small pale green spots resembling a police car's livery. It has short hindwing tails and a rapid, darting flight. Common in forest areas throughout its range.
Did You Know?
Its common name comes from the black-and-white spotted pattern that was thought to resemble early police vehicles.