Black-Headed Blister Beetle vs Adonis Blue
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black-Headed Blister Beetle | Adonis Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epicauta pennsylvanica | Lysandra bellargus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Meloidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 10-18 mm | 30-36 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Black-Headed Blister Beetle
An entirely black blister beetle common across eastern North America, often seen in large groups on goldenrod in autumn. Its larvae are parasitoids of grasshopper eggs.
Did You Know?
Larvae go through hypermetamorphosis, changing dramatically in form across five different larval stages.
Adonis Blue
Males are an intense sky-blue with a chequered fringe; females are brown. Restricted to chalk and limestone grasslands.
Did You Know?
It is considered one of the most brilliantly blue butterflies in Europe.