Thick-legged Flower Beetle vs Slack Creek Stag Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Thick-legged Flower Beetle | Slack Creek Stag Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oedemera nobilis | Lissotes menalcas |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Oedemeridae | Lucanidae |
| Size | 8-12mm | 12-20mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Thick-legged Flower Beetle
A metallic green beetle with splayed elytra that expose the wings. Males have distinctively swollen hind femora.
Did You Know?
Despite being an important pollinator this beetle is often mistaken for a green fly due to its shiny metallic color.
Slack Creek Stag Beetle
A small glossy black stag beetle endemic to Tasmania. Males have modest but distinctly curved mandibles.
Did You Know?
It is found only in a tiny area of northeast Tasmania and is threatened by logging of its old-growth forest habitat.