Xiphydriid Maple Borer vs Bornean Flat Stag Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Xiphydriid Maple Borer | Bornean Flat Stag Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xiphydria maculata | Aegus chelifer |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Xiphydriidae | Lucanidae |
| Size | 10-18 mm | 20-45 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Southeast Asia (Borneo, Peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra, Indonesia) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Xiphydriid Maple Borer
A slender wood wasp with a long, narrow neck region and dark body spotted with pale markings. Females bore into hardwood trees, especially maples.
Did You Know?
Xiphydriid wood wasps are rarely seen despite being widespread, as they are secretive insects that spend most of their life cycle deep inside wood.
Bornean Flat Stag Beetle
A medium-sized, very flat stag beetle with a glossy dark reddish-brown body perfectly adapted for living in thin spaces under bark. The mandibles are short but wide and strongly toothed.
Did You Know?
Its body is so flat that it can fit into gaps as thin as a few millimeters, making it nearly impossible for predators to extract.