Graybeal's Longhorn vs Delta Green Ground Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Graybeal's Longhorn | Delta Green Ground Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anoplophora graafi | Elaphrus viridis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 30-50 mm | 0.6-0.8 cm |
| Habitat | Forests | Wetlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Sulawesi, Indonesia | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Graybeal's Longhorn
A large and stout longhorn beetle from the forests of Sulawesi, with a dark body covered in dense greyish-blue pubescence. The elytra bear scattered pale spots. It is a wood borer of tropical hardwoods.
Did You Know?
Females of this species can lay over 200 eggs during their adult lifespan of several months.
Delta Green Ground Beetle
A small metallic green ground beetle found only near vernal pools in Solano County, California. It is threatened by urban development and habitat loss.
Did You Know?
It is one of the rarest beetles in North America, known from fewer than five locations.