Wallace's Longhorn vs Silky Chlaenius
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Wallace's Longhorn | Silky Chlaenius |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Batocera wallacei | Chlaenius vestitus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 40-70 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Indonesia, New Guinea | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Wallace's Longhorn
A large longhorn beetle named after the naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace. Mottled brown and cream coloring provides excellent camouflage.
Did You Know?
Named after Alfred Russel Wallace, who co-discovered the theory of evolution by natural selection.
Silky Chlaenius
A medium-sized ground beetle covered in fine silky pubescence giving it a velvety green appearance. It is commonly found near water and emits a strong defensive odor when handled.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, it releases a pungent, leathery-smelling chemical from defensive glands that is so strong it can be detected from several feet away.