Penthicodes Lanternfly vs Seychelles Stag Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Penthicodes Lanternfly | Seychelles Stag Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Penthicodes pulchella | Didimus seychellensis |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Fulgoridae | Lucanidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm | 2-3 cm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | Indonesia, Java, Sumatra | Seychelles |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Penthicodes Lanternfly
A strikingly beautiful Southeast Asian lanternfly with iridescent blue-green forewings and contrasting red-orange hindwings. Its compact head process is short and rounded.
Did You Know?
This species is highly prized by insect collectors for its metallic coloration, which rivals that of many jewel beetles.
Seychelles Stag Beetle
A stag beetle endemic to the granitic islands of the Seychelles. It lives in decaying wood in native palm forests.
Did You Know?
The Seychelles granitic islands are fragments of the ancient supercontinent Gondwana.