Black-Headed Blister Beetle vs Bornean Peacock Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black-Headed Blister Beetle | Bornean Peacock Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epicauta pennsylvanica | Lamprosoma bicolor |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Meloidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 10-18 mm | 5-10 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Underground |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Southeast Asia (Borneo, Malaysia, Indonesia) |
| 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.
Bornean Peacock Beetle
A small, dome-shaped leaf beetle with spectacular iridescent elytra that shift from purple to green to gold. The body is hemispherical and compact, resembling a tiny metallic droplet.
Did You Know?
The extreme iridescence is thought to confuse predators by creating shifting reflections that make the beetle hard to focus on.