Hermit Beetle vs Giraffe Weevil of New Zealand
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hermit Beetle | Giraffe Weevil of New Zealand |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Osmoderma eremita | Lasiorhynchus barbicornis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Brentidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 30-85 mm (including rostrum) |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Oceania (New Zealand) |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Hermit Beetle
A large, dark chestnut beetle that lives its entire life inside hollow old trees. It emits a strong fruity odor similar to apricots.
Did You Know?
Most individuals never leave the tree they are born in, making them extremely poor colonizers.
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.