Big-eyed Ground Beetle vs Hawthorn Shieldbug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Big-eyed Ground Beetle | Hawthorn Shieldbug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Notiophilus biguttatus | Acanthosoma haemorrhoidale |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Acanthosomatidae |
| Size | 5-6 mm | 13-17 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Predators | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, northern Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Big-eyed Ground Beetle
A small, fast-running ground beetle with enormously enlarged eyes relative to its body size. It has a bronze sheen and is a visual hunter that chases springtails across the ground.
Did You Know?
Its eyes are so large relative to its head that they are considered one of the most extreme examples of visual adaptation among ground beetles, rivaling tiger beetles.
Hawthorn Shieldbug
A large green-and-red shieldbug common on hawthorn trees across Europe. It produces a strong, pungent smell from thoracic scent glands when handled.
Did You Know?
Its red-tipped abdomen peeking out from under the green wings gives it the memorable alternative name 'red-rumped shieldbug.'