Sculptured Pine Borer vs Neotropical Metallic Wood Borer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sculptured Pine Borer | Neotropical Metallic Wood Borer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chalcophora virginiensis | Euchroma gigantea |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Buprestidae | Buprestidae |
| Size | 23-32 mm | 40-80 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Sculptured Pine Borer
A large North American jewel beetle with deeply sculptured elytra giving a textured appearance. Dark metallic bronze coloring.
Did You Know?
The deeply ridged and sculpted elytra are unique among North American jewel beetles.
Neotropical Metallic Wood Borer
The largest jewel beetle in the Americas with iridescent green, red, and purple elytra. It is commonly found on dead or dying tropical hardwoods.
Did You Know?
Indigenous peoples of the Amazon use its iridescent wing covers to make traditional jewelry and ceremonial ornaments.