Longhorned Coconut Beetle vs Sudan Plague Locust
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Longhorned Coconut Beetle | Sudan Plague Locust |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Olethrius tyrannus | Aiolopus simulatrix |
| Order | Coleoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 30-55 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Pacific Islands | Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Longhorned Coconut Beetle
A large prionine beetle from the Indo-Pacific region that attacks coconut palms and other palms. Adults are dark brown with a broad, flattened body and strong mandibles. Larvae bore into the trunks of living palm trees.
Did You Know?
Heavy infestations can topple mature coconut palms, causing significant economic losses in Pacific island communities.
Sudan Plague Locust
A slender grasshopper of the Sahel zone that occasionally reaches plague densities after good rains. It is an important crop pest in Sudan and neighboring countries.
Did You Know?
It can breed continuously as long as green vegetation is available, producing several generations per year.