Ponderous Borer vs American False Blister Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ponderous Borer | American False Blister Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trichocnemis spiculatus | Oxacis taeniata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Oedemeridae |
| Size | 40-60 mm | 6-10 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Western United States, British Columbia | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ponderous Borer
One of the largest cerambycids in North America, this prionine breeds in the roots and lower trunks of dead ponderosa pines. Adults are dark brown with a somewhat rough body surface. They are nocturnal and attracted to lights.
Did You Know?
Larval development can take up to six years in dry dead wood, one of the longest development times for any beetle.
American False Blister Beetle
A small, elongate pale beetle with dark longitudinal stripes found in eastern North America. Adults are commonly attracted to lights on summer nights.
Did You Know?
Larvae develop inside dead and decaying logs, helping to recycle nutrients back into the forest floor.