Kauai Flightless Stag Beetle vs Giant Brazilian Longhorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Kauai Flightless Stag Beetle | Giant Brazilian Longhorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Apterocyclus honoluluensis | Derobrachus geminatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lucanidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 1.5-3 cm | 60-90 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Root Feeders |
| Regions | United States | South America (Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina) |
| 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.
Giant Brazilian Longhorn
A very large longhorn beetle with powerful mandibles and long, segmented antennae. The body is dark brown to black with a rough, sculptured texture. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to lights. Larvae bore into the roots of large trees.
Did You Know?
Its larvae can spend up to five years developing inside tree roots before emerging as adults that live only a few weeks.