Oak Pinhole Borer vs Golden Stag Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oak Pinhole Borer | Golden Stag Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Platypus cylindrus | Lamprima aurata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Lucanidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 15-25mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Oak Pinhole Borer
A tiny ambrosia beetle that bores into oak trees and cultivates fungal gardens inside its tunnels. The only European species of its subfamily. Males guard the tunnel entrance.
Did You Know?
One of the few farming insects in Europe, cultivating fungal crops inside tunnels bored into oak wood.
Golden Stag Beetle
A compact metallic golden-green stag beetle from Australia. Males have broad flattened mandibles used for combat.
Did You Know?
It is popular in the pet beetle hobby due to its stunning metallic coloring which ranges from gold to green to copper.