Sunda Longhorn vs Denticulate Soldier Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sunda Longhorn | Denticulate Soldier Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Apriona swainsoni | Silis percomis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Cantharidae |
| Size | 30-45 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Indonesia (Java, Sumatra, Borneo), Philippines | Central North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sunda Longhorn
A large olive-grey lamiin with a dense covering of fine pubescence, found in the islands of Indonesia and the Philippines. It attacks a wide range of tropical hardwoods. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to light.
Did You Know?
This species was named after the English naturalist William Swainson, who collected widely in the tropics.
Denticulate Soldier Beetle
A small, rarely noticed soldier beetle found in grasslands of the midwestern United States. Males have distinctive tooth-like projections on their antennae.
Did You Know?
The serrated antennae of males are unique among North American soldier beetles and aid in detecting pheromones.