Giraffe Weevil of New Zealand vs Japanese Blister Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giraffe Weevil of New Zealand | Japanese Blister Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lasiorhynchus barbicornis | Epicauta gorhami |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Brentidae | Meloidae |
| Size | 30-85 mm (including rostrum) | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Oceania (New Zealand) | East Asia, Japan/Korea |
| 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.
Japanese Blister Beetle
A black and orange striped blister beetle found in Japan and Korea. Known as 'tsuchi-hanmyo.' Contains cantharidin, a blistering agent, in its body fluids as a defense against predators.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, this beetle exudes hemolymph containing cantharidin from its leg joints, which can cause painful blisters on human skin.