Blister Beetle vs Giant Click Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blister Beetle | Giant Click Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epicauta vittata | Oxynopterus mucronatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Meloidae | Elateridae |
| Size | 12-20 mm | 40-65 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | Malaysia, Indonesia, Borneo |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Blister Beetle
A striped black and yellow beetle that releases cantharidin, a chemical causing painful skin blisters. It is a pest of tomatoes and potatoes.
Did You Know?
Horses can die from eating hay contaminated with just a few crushed blister beetles.
Giant Click Beetle
One of the largest click beetles in Asia with dramatic pectinate antennae in males. It can launch itself into the air with an audible click when flipped over.
Did You Know?
Its spectacular fan-shaped antennae are used to detect female pheromones from great distances.