Australian Diving Beetle vs Simulated Jewel Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Australian Diving Beetle | Simulated Jewel Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cybister godeffroyi | Castiarina simulata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Dytiscidae | Buprestidae |
| Size | 28-35 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Australian Diving Beetle
A large olive-green diving beetle found in freshwater habitats across Australia. It is one of the most commonly encountered large water beetles on the continent.
Did You Know?
During droughts it can fly long distances at night to find new water bodies.
Simulated Jewel Beetle
A small jewel beetle with variable yellow and black banded patterning on its elytra. It is found in eucalypt habitats across southern and western Australia.
Did You Know?
Its color pattern closely mimics that of unrelated wasp species to deter predators.