Hawaiian Big-headed Ant vs Ivory-Marked Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hawaiian Big-headed Ant | Ivory-Marked Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pheidole megacephala | Eburia quadrigeminata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Hawaii, Pacific Islands | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Hawaiian Big-headed Ant
An invasive ant now widespread in Hawaii with a disproportionately large head in the soldier caste. It displaces native insects throughout the islands.
Did You Know?
It is listed among the world's 100 worst invasive species by the IUCN.
Ivory-Marked Beetle
A tan longhorn beetle with pairs of ivory-colored raised spots on each elytron. Larvae bore into hardwood timbers.
Did You Know?
Adults have emerged from furniture over 40 years after the wood was cut and processed.