Benderman's Cave Beetle vs Oregon Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Benderman's Cave Beetle | Oregon Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudanophthalmus bendermani | Cicindela oregona |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 11-15 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | United States | Western North America from Alaska to California |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Benderman's Cave Beetle
A tiny blind ground beetle restricted to a single cave system in Virginia. It is federally listed as endangered in the United States.
Did You Know?
It is known from only one cave in the entire world.
Oregon Tiger Beetle
A variable-colored tiger beetle found in open sandy and gravelly habitats across western North America. Coloring ranges from greenish-bronze to dark brown.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most widespread tiger beetles in North America, with over a dozen recognized subspecies.