Giant Fijian Longhorn vs Tanner Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Fijian Longhorn | Tanner Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xixuthrus heros | Prionus coriarius |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 100-150mm | 18-45 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Oceania | Western Europe, Central Europe, Southern Europe |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Giant Fijian Longhorn
One of the largest living insects endemic to Fiji with a massive dark brown body. It is extremely rare and seldom encountered.
Did You Know?
It is so rare that only a handful of specimens exist in museum collections and live sightings are considered extraordinary.
Tanner Beetle
A large, robust, dark brown longhorn beetle that flies noisily at dusk. Its powerful larvae bore into the roots of deciduous trees for up to four years.
Did You Know?
Males produce a squeaking sound by rubbing their thorax against their head when handled.