New Caledonian Giant Gecko Weevil vs False Blister Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | New Caledonian Giant Gecko Weevil | False Blister Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cyphus norfolcensis | Ischnomera cyanea |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Oedemeridae |
| Size | 8-15 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Oceania (New Caledonia) | Europe |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
New Caledonian Giant Gecko Weevil
A distinctive weevil from the New Caledonia region with a textured, knobby exoskeleton. New Caledonia is a global hotspot for weevil diversity, with hundreds of endemic species. Many are flightless and restricted to single mountain peaks.
Did You Know?
New Caledonia has more endemic weevil species per square kilometre than almost any other place on Earth, rivalling even Madagascar.
False Blister Beetle
A metallic blue beetle that develops inside rotting wood near coastal areas.
Did You Know?
Unlike true blister beetles it does not produce cantharidin.