Neotropical Metallic Wood Borer vs Rough-collared Dung Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Neotropical Metallic Wood Borer | Rough-collared Dung Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Euchroma gigantea | Helictopleurus rudicollis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Buprestidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 40-80 mm | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Data Deficient |
Neotropical Metallic Wood Borer
The largest jewel beetle in the Americas with iridescent green, red, and purple elytra. It is commonly found on dead or dying tropical hardwoods.
Did You Know?
Indigenous peoples of the Amazon use its iridescent wing covers to make traditional jewelry and ceremonial ornaments.
Rough-collared Dung Beetle
An exclusively forest-dwelling dung beetle with a rough, heavily punctured pronotum that gives it its name. It is dark brown to black with a compact, dome-shaped body.
Did You Know?
It has never been found outside intact forest, making it an indicator species for forest health in Madagascar.