Kauai Flightless Stag Beetle vs Sallow Kitten
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Kauai Flightless Stag Beetle | Sallow Kitten |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Apterocyclus honoluluensis | Furcula furcula |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lucanidae | Notodontidae |
| Size | 1.5-3 cm | 30-37 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | United States | Europe |
| 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.
Sallow Kitten
A small, fluffy white moth with delicate grey markings. Named for its resemblance to a small cat. Larvae have tail filaments like the puss moth. Found near willow and sallow.
Did You Know?
A diminutive relative of the puss moth, whose caterpillars share the same tail-whipping defensive behavior.