Hyllus Beetle vs Western Spruce Budworm
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hyllus Beetle | Western Spruce Budworm |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dynastes hyllus | Choristoneura occidentalis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Dynastinae | Tortricidae |
| Size | 45-80 mm | 22-28 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras | North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Hyllus Beetle
A Central American Hercules-type beetle smaller than its famous relative. Males have proportionally shorter horns.
Did You Know?
They are found at higher elevations than most other Dynastes species in Central America.
Western Spruce Budworm
A major defoliator of Douglas-fir and true firs in western North America. Repeated defoliation leads to growth loss and tree mortality.
Did You Know?
Fire suppression has increased susceptibility of western forests to budworm outbreaks.