Alpine Tiger Beetle vs Golden-tabbed Robber Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Alpine Tiger Beetle | Golden-tabbed Robber Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cicindela gallica | Choerades marginatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Cicindelidae | Asilidae |
| Size | 12-15 mm | 15-22mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Alps, Pyrenees, Apennines | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Alpine Tiger Beetle
A fast-running predatory beetle of dry alpine grasslands and rocky paths. Its greenish-bronze coloration provides camouflage on sun-baked ground.
Did You Know?
It runs so fast while hunting that it temporarily goes blind and must stop to re-locate its prey.
Golden-tabbed Robber Fly
A large bristly brown robber fly with golden hair tufts that ambushes prey from sunny perches on logs.
Did You Know?
Sits motionless on sun-warmed logs waiting for insects to fly past, then launches with explosive speed to intercept.