Giraffe Weevil of New Zealand vs Giant Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giraffe Weevil of New Zealand | Giant Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lasiorhynchus barbicornis | Macrognathotermes sunteri |
| Order | Coleoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Brentidae | Termitidae |
| Size | 30-85 mm (including rostrum) | Workers 6-8 mm; soldiers up to 12 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Oceania (New Zealand) | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Giraffe Weevil of New Zealand
New Zealand's longest beetle, with males reaching over 80 mm in length due to their enormously elongated rostrum (snout). It is found in native forests where larvae develop in dead wood. Males use their long snouts in combat with other males.
Did You Know?
The male's rostrum can be longer than the rest of its body, making it the longest beetle in New Zealand by total length despite its slender build.
Giant Termite
One of Australia's largest termite species with soldiers bearing massive curved mandibles. It builds large dome-shaped mounds in tropical woodland.
Did You Know?
Its soldiers have such powerful jaws they can draw blood if they bite a human finger.