Thomson's Longhorn vs Asian Lady Beetle (Harlequin)
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Thomson's Longhorn | Asian Lady Beetle (Harlequin) |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Batocera thomsonii | Harmonia yedoensis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Coccinellidae |
| Size | 38-60 mm | 6-9 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Philippines | East Asia, Japan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Thomson's Longhorn
A large and robust cerambycid from the Philippines with chocolate-brown elytra marked by irregular cream-colored patches. It is named after the 19th-century entomologist James Thomson. Larvae develop in breadfruit and mahogany trunks.
Did You Know?
Pupation occurs in a chamber lined with wood shavings that the larva compacts into smooth walls.
Asian Lady Beetle (Harlequin)
A large ladybug native to Japan, closely related to the invasive Asian lady beetle. Found in forest canopies where it feeds on aphids. Distinguished by its slightly more elongated body shape.
Did You Know?
Unlike its more famous relative Harmonia axyridis, this species has stayed in its native range and has not become a worldwide invasive pest.