Blackburnia Hawaiian Ground Beetle vs Toe-winged Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blackburnia Hawaiian Ground Beetle | Toe-winged Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blackburnia hawaiiensis | Ptilodactyla exotica |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Ptilodactylidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 5-10 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Oceania (Hawaii - Big Island) | South America |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Blackburnia Hawaiian Ground Beetle
An endemic Hawaiian ground beetle found in montane forests on the Big Island of Hawaii. It is a nocturnal predator that hunts among leaf litter and under bark. The genus Blackburnia is endemic to Hawaii and represents one of the most spectacular insect radiations in the islands.
Did You Know?
The genus Blackburnia has diversified into over 130 species across the Hawaiian Islands, all evolved from a single colonizing ancestor.
Toe-winged Beetle
A soft-bodied beetle whose larvae are aquatic and breathe through anal gills.
Did You Know?
Adults are attracted to lights at night while larvae remain fully aquatic.