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Andasibe - Giraffe-necked weevil The giraffe-necked weevil (Trachelophorus giraffa) is one of these special endemic insects of Madagascar. This beetle derives its name from an extended neck much like that of a giraffe. The long neck assists in nest building and fighting with other males. Stefan Cruysberghs

Andasibe - Giraffe-necked weevil (Madagascar)

The giraffe-necked weevil (Trachelophorus giraffa) is one of these special endemic insects of Madagascar. This beetle derives its name from an extended neck much like that of a giraffe. The long neck assists in nest building and fighting with other males.

, Stefan Cruysberghs, Nikon D610 + Sigma 105mm, Request high resolution photo Afrika, Africa, Madagascar, Madagaskar, Lemur, Maki, Sifaka, Chameleon, Kameleon, Baobab, Tsingy, Andasibe, Mantadia, Kirindy, Ranomafana, Anja, Isalo, Ifaty, Reniala