Oak Pinhole Borer vs Gambian Conehead Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oak Pinhole Borer | Gambian Conehead Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Platypus cylindrus | Empusa guttula |
| Order | Coleoptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Curculionidae | Empusidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 45-60 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Gambia, Senegal, Mali |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Oak Pinhole Borer
A tiny ambrosia beetle that bores into oak trees and cultivates fungal gardens inside its tunnels. The only European species of its subfamily. Males guard the tunnel entrance.
Did You Know?
One of the few farming insects in Europe, cultivating fungal crops inside tunnels bored into oak wood.
Gambian Conehead Mantis
A West African conehead mantis with spotted markings on its wings and body. It is found in savanna habitats where it perches on tall grasses.
Did You Know?
Its spotted body pattern helps it blend with seed heads of savanna grasses.