Overlooked Cave Beetle vs Redbay Ambrosia Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Overlooked Cave Beetle | Redbay Ambrosia Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudanophthalmus praetermissus | Xyleborus glabratus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Curculionidae (Scolytinae) |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 1.8–2.4 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | United States | Southeastern United States, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Endangered | Not Evaluated |
Overlooked Cave Beetle
A rare troglobitic beetle that was long confused with related species before being formally described. It is known from very few cave localities.
Did You Know?
Its common name reflects that it was overlooked by scientists for decades.
Redbay Ambrosia Beetle
An invasive beetle from Southeast Asia that vectors laurel wilt disease in the Americas. It bores into healthy trees of the laurel family.
Did You Know?
It has devastated redbay tree populations across the southeastern US and now threatens the avocado industry.