Giant Jawed Longhorn vs Giant Fijian Longhorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Jawed Longhorn | Giant Fijian Longhorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrodontia dejeanii | Xixuthrus heros |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 50-85 mm | 100-150mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Giant Jawed Longhorn
A large prionine with impressive curved mandibles from the tropical forests of South America. While smaller than the famous M. cervicornis, it is still a formidable insect. Males use their enlarged mandibles in combat over females.
Did You Know?
The mandibles of males can account for nearly a third of total body length and are used like antlers in combat.
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.