Moellenkampi Beetle vs Eighty-eight Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Moellenkampi Beetle | Eighty-eight Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chalcosoma moellenkampi | Diaethria clymena |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Dynastinae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 50-120 mm | Wingspan 30-40mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Borneo, Malaysia | South America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Moellenkampi Beetle
A rare three-horned rhinoceros beetle from Borneo with a dark metallic sheen. Males are highly variable in horn length.
Did You Know?
This species is one of the rarest Chalcosoma and is highly sought by collectors worldwide.
Eighty-eight Butterfly
A small butterfly with striking black and white markings on its underwings that clearly spell out the number 88 or 89.
Did You Know?
The number 88 pattern on its wings is so precise that it appears to have been printed making it one of the most photographed butterflies.