Giant Fijian Long-horned Beetle vs Spotted Lanternfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Fijian Long-horned Beetle | Spotted Lanternfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xixuthrus terribilis | Lycorma delicatula |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Fulgoridae |
| Size | 60-90 mm | 25 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Oceania (Fiji - Viti Levu) | Asia, North America (invasive) |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Giant Fijian Long-horned Beetle
An extremely large longhorn beetle from Fiji, among the biggest cerambycids in the Pacific. It develops in large fallen and standing dead trees in native tropical forest. Habitat destruction has made it increasingly rare.
Did You Know?
The species name 'terribilis' refers to the fearsome appearance and large mandibles of this beetle, which can give a painful bite.
Spotted Lanternfly
A colorful invasive planthopper from China threatening vineyards, orchards, and hardwood forests in North America. Adults have striking red hindwings revealed in flight.
Did You Know?
Spotted lanternflies are such a threat that multiple US states have quarantine zones — citizens are legally instructed to kill any lanternfly they see on sight.