Prionine Longhorn Beetle vs Indian Blister Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Prionine Longhorn Beetle | Indian Blister Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agrianome spinicollis | Mylabris pustulata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Meloidae |
| Size | 30-60 mm body length | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | South Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Prionine Longhorn Beetle
One of Australia's largest longhorn beetles with a robust brown body and spiny thorax. Its larvae are known as bardee grubs and were eaten by Aboriginal Australians.
Did You Know?
The large edible larvae were a traditional protein-rich food for Aboriginal peoples.
Indian Blister Beetle
A striking beetle with black elytra marked with bright red or orange bands and spots. It produces cantharidin, a powerful blistering agent, and feeds on flowers in agricultural fields during monsoon season.
Did You Know?
Despite being a flower pest, blister beetle larvae are beneficial because they consume enormous quantities of grasshopper egg pods in the soil.