Mauritius Blue Pigeon Beetle vs Riffle Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mauritius Blue Pigeon Beetle | Riffle Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cratopus sumptuosus | Elmis aenea |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Elmidae |
| Size | 10-15 mm | 1.5-2.5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Mauritius | Europe |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Mauritius Blue Pigeon Beetle
A colorful weevil endemic to Mauritius covered in metallic green and blue scales. It feeds on the leaves of native and introduced plants.
Did You Know?
The genus Cratopus has diversified into over 100 species across the Mascarene Islands.
Riffle Beetle
A tiny, dark beetle that spends its entire adult life underwater clinging to rocks in riffles. It breathes using a plastron, a permanent thin film of air.
Did You Know?
Its plastron air film never needs replenishing, allowing it to remain permanently submerged.