Schaus Swallowtail vs Giraffe Weevil of New Zealand
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Schaus Swallowtail | Giraffe Weevil of New Zealand |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Heraclides aristodemus ponceanus | Lasiorhynchus barbicornis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Brentidae |
| Size | 83-95 mm wingspan | 30-85 mm (including rostrum) |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Florida Keys, United States | Oceania (New Zealand) |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Schaus Swallowtail
A dark swallowtail with yellow bands and rusty-brown hindwing patches restricted to hardwood hammocks of the Florida Keys. It is one of the most endangered butterflies in the United States.
Did You Know?
After Hurricane Andrew in 1992 nearly wiped out the species, a captive breeding program at the University of Florida saved it from extinction.
Giraffe Weevil of New Zealand
New Zealand's longest beetle, with males reaching over 80 mm in length due to their enormously elongated rostrum (snout). It is found in native forests where larvae develop in dead wood. Males use their long snouts in combat with other males.
Did You Know?
The male's rostrum can be longer than the rest of its body, making it the longest beetle in New Zealand by total length despite its slender build.