Stag Beetle Mimic Longhorn vs Fluted Cape Stag Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Stag Beetle Mimic Longhorn | Fluted Cape Stag Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cerambyx scopolii | Colophon primosi |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Lucanidae |
| Size | 17-28 mm | 18-28 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Mountains |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Western Europe, Central Europe, Southern Europe | South Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Stag Beetle Mimic Longhorn
A medium-sized dark brown longhorn beetle common across Europe. Adults emerge in late spring and are attracted to flowering shrubs and freshly cut wood.
Did You Know?
It is named after the Italian entomologist Giovanni Antonio Scopoli.
Fluted Cape Stag Beetle
A small, flightless, dark brown stag beetle restricted to a single mountain in the Cape region of South Africa. Males have short, broad mandibles with a single inner tooth. It is threatened by illegal collecting and climate change.
Did You Know?
Illegal collecting of Colophon species for the lucrative insect trade has led to CITES protection for the entire genus.