Sculptured Pine Borer vs Velvet Tree Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sculptured Pine Borer | Velvet Tree Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chalcophora virginiensis | Liometopum occidentale |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Buprestidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 23-32 mm | 3-6 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Velvet Tree Ant
A large ant that nests in oak trees and produces a distinctive trail pheromone odor.
Did You Know?
Columns of these ants march in conspicuous trails up and down tree trunks.