Rodrigues Giant Weevil vs Desert Leaf-Cutter Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rodrigues Giant Weevil | Desert Leaf-Cutter Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cratopus adspersus | Acromyrmex versicolor |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 3-10 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Rodrigues Island | North America |
| Conservation | Critically Endangered | Least Concern |
Rodrigues Giant Weevil
A large weevil endemic to Rodrigues Island in the Mascarene archipelago. It is one of the most threatened beetles in the Indian Ocean.
Did You Know?
Loss of native forest has reduced its habitat to less than one percent of Rodrigues Island.
Desert Leaf-Cutter Ant
The only leaf-cutter ant adapted to true desert habitats in North America. It harvests leaves and flower petals to grow fungus gardens underground.
Did You Know?
Queens found new colonies after summer monsoon rains and may cooperate with other queens to share the initial digging work.