Giraffe Weevil of New Zealand vs Large Gold Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giraffe Weevil of New Zealand | Large Gold Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lasiorhynchus barbicornis | Staphylinus caesareus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Brentidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 30-85 mm (including rostrum) | 17-25 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Oceania (New Zealand) | Europe, Western Asia |
| 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.
Large Gold Rove Beetle
A large and handsome rove beetle with golden pubescence on its thorax and bright orange abdominal bands. It is an aggressive predator of carrion-feeding insects.
Did You Know?
Its species name caesareus means imperial, referring to its regal golden markings.