Steelblue Jewel Beetle vs Formosa Long-armed Scarab
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Steelblue Jewel Beetle | Formosa Long-armed Scarab |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phaenops cyanea | Cheirotonus formosanus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Buprestidae | Euchirinae |
| Size | 7-12mm | 40-60 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Taiwan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Steelblue Jewel Beetle
A compact dark metallic blue-green beetle that attacks stressed pine trees. It has infrared sensors that detect forest fires from great distances.
Did You Know?
It possesses infrared pit organs on its thorax that can detect forest fires from over 80 kilometers away.
Formosa Long-armed Scarab
A rare Taiwanese scarab with elongated forelimbs and a dark chestnut-brown body. It is found only in old-growth mountain forests on the island.
Did You Know?
Illegal collecting for the pet trade has made this one of the most threatened beetles in East Asia.