Kauai Flightless Stag Beetle vs Fulvous Forest Skimmer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Kauai Flightless Stag Beetle | Fulvous Forest Skimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Apterocyclus honoluluensis | Neurothemis fulvia |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Lucanidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 1.5-3 cm | 30-40 mm body length |
| Habitat | Mountains | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | United States | South Asia (India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka) |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Kauai Flightless Stag Beetle
A flightless stag beetle endemic to the island of Kauai in Hawaii. Larvae develop in rotting logs of native trees.
Did You Know?
It is the only stag beetle in Hawaii and has completely lost its ability to fly.
Fulvous Forest Skimmer
A beautiful dragonfly showing dramatic sexual dimorphism. Males have rich amber-orange wings with dark tips, while females have transparent wings with brown markings. It perches frequently on waterside vegetation.
Did You Know?
Males are intensely territorial and perform spectacular aerial dogfights to defend their perching and breeding territories.