Madagascan Pill Millipede vs Red-legged Buprestis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Madagascan Pill Millipede | Red-legged Buprestis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zoosphaerium neptunus | Buprestis rufipes |
| Order | Sphaerotheriida | Coleoptera |
| Family | Arthrosphaeridae | Buprestidae |
| Size | 40-60 mm when curled | 18-28 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Madagascar | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Near Threatened |
Madagascan Pill Millipede
A giant pill millipede endemic to Madagascar that can roll into a perfect ball. It is one of the largest pill millipedes in the world.
Did You Know?
Males produce sounds by stridulation to attract females during courtship.
Red-legged Buprestis
A large metallic green European jewel beetle with distinctive red legs. Adults bask on sun-warmed timber and tree trunks.
Did You Know?
Adults have been recorded emerging from timber in buildings decades after the wood was installed.