Mandibularis Stag Beetle vs Venezuelan Poodle Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mandibularis Stag Beetle | Venezuelan Poodle Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hexarthrius mandibularis | Artace cribraria |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lucanidae | Lasiocampidae |
| Size | 50-115 mm | 25-35 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Sumatra, Indonesia | Venezuela, Brazil, Colombia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Mandibularis Stag Beetle
One of the largest stag beetles in the world with immense curved mandibles. Glossy black with powerful jaws.
Did You Know?
Males can reach 115mm in total length, making them among the largest stag beetles ever recorded.
Venezuelan Poodle Moth
A fuzzy white moth densely covered in hair-like scales giving it a woolly appearance. Its large black eyes and fluffy body gained it internet fame.
Did You Know?
It became a viral internet sensation in 2012 when a photograph taken in Venezuela's Gran Sabana region went viral.