Jewel Beetle vs California Timema
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Jewel Beetle | California Timema |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysochroa fulgidissima | Timema californicum |
| Order | Coleoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Buprestidae | Timematidae |
| Size | 30-41 mm | 1.5-2.5 cm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Asia | United States (California) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Jewel Beetle
Prized for its iridescent metallic green and red-gold elytra. Used in traditional Japanese art called Tamamushi. The colors come from multilayer reflectors in their shell.
Did You Know?
The jewel beetle can detect forest fires from 80 km away using infrared sensors on its thorax, as it lays eggs in freshly burned wood.
California Timema
A small green walking stick endemic to California. It is one of the most widespread Timema species on the Pacific coast.
Did You Know?
The entire genus Timema is restricted to western North America and represents the most ancient lineage of living stick insects.