Black Clock Beetle vs Silver-ground Carpet
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black Clock Beetle | Silver-ground Carpet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pterostichus madidus | Xanthorhoe montanata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 14-18 mm | 26-30 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Gardens | Gardens |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Black Clock Beetle
A common nocturnal ground beetle found throughout European gardens and farmland. It is jet black and a voracious predator of slugs and pest insects.
Did You Know?
Gardeners consider it one of the most beneficial beetles because a single individual can eat its body weight in slug eggs every night.
Silver-ground Carpet
A common and attractive geometer moth frequently disturbed from vegetation during daytime walks. White with grey-brown central band. Found in a variety of habitats from gardens to mountains.
Did You Know?
Commonly flushed from undergrowth when walking through tall vegetation, flying a short distance before resettling.