Cobalt Milkweed Beetle vs Australian Giant Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cobalt Milkweed Beetle | Australian Giant Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysochus cobaltinus auratus | Titanolabis colossea |
| Order | Coleoptera | Dermaptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Anisolabididae |
| Size | 8-11mm | 40-50 mm |
| Habitat | Meadows | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cobalt Milkweed Beetle
A subspecies of the cobalt blue milkweed beetle with slightly more golden-green coloring.
Did You Know?
The metallic blue and green coloring warns predators that it has sequestered toxic compounds from milkweed.
Australian Giant Earwig
The largest living earwig species, reaching up to 50 mm long. It is a burrowing, wingless species found in eastern Australia.
Did You Know?
This enormous earwig can deliver a painful pinch with its massive forceps if handled carelessly.