Rodrigues Giant Weevil vs Loricera Bristly Ground Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rodrigues Giant Weevil | Loricera Bristly Ground Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cratopus adspersus | Loricera pilicornis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 6-8 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | Rodrigues Island | Europe, North America, northern Asia |
| 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.
Loricera Bristly Ground Beetle
A small, distinctive ground beetle with uniquely modified antennae bearing long bristles. These bristle-fringed antennae act as a cage to trap springtails, its primary prey.
Did You Know?
Its antennae are unique among beetles - long bristles form a basket-like trap that pins springtails against the ground before the beetle's mandibles can grab them.