Tanner Beetle vs Clouded Apollo
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tanner Beetle | Clouded Apollo |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Prionus coriarius | Parnassius mnemosyne |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 18-45 mm | 52-62 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Western Europe, Central Europe, Southern Europe | Central Europe, Eastern Europe, Scandinavia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Tanner Beetle
A large, robust, dark brown longhorn beetle that flies noisily at dusk. Its powerful larvae bore into the roots of deciduous trees for up to four years.
Did You Know?
Males produce a squeaking sound by rubbing their thorax against their head when handled.
Clouded Apollo
A delicate, semi-translucent white butterfly with dark wing veins and small dark spots. It flies slowly through woodland clearings in late spring.
Did You Know?
Its translucent wings lack the typical scales found on most butterflies, giving them a ghostly appearance.