Nigidius Stag Beetle vs Shining Flea Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Nigidius Stag Beetle | Shining Flea Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nigidius laticornis | Asphaera lustrans |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lucanidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | East Africa, Southern Africa | Central and South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Nigidius Stag Beetle
A small, robust, dark brown to black stag beetle from sub-Saharan Africa. Males have short, broad mandibles. The body is cylindrical and compact. Larvae develop in decaying wood in tropical forests.
Did You Know?
This small stag beetle is often found inside standing dead trees rather than fallen logs.
Shining Flea Beetle
A relatively large, metallic blue-green flea beetle with reddish-orange femora. It is one of the larger and more colorful alticines found in the Neotropics.
Did You Know?
Despite its relatively large size, it retains the powerful jumping ability characteristic of flea beetles, launching itself several centimeters when disturbed.