Blue Margined Ground Beetle vs Bee Killer Assassin Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Margined Ground Beetle | Bee Killer Assassin Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chlaenius impunctifrons | Apiomerus crassipes |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Reduviidae |
| Size | 12-15 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Heathland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Eastern and central North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Blue Margined Ground Beetle
A brilliantly colored ground beetle with bright metallic blue-green elytra and a velvety texture from fine pubescence. It is found near wetland habitats across North America.
Did You Know?
Its defensive secretions have been analyzed and found to contain complex chemicals that not only repel predators but also have antimicrobial properties.
Bee Killer Assassin Bug
An assassin bug that coats its legs with plant resin to capture bees visiting flowers.
Did You Know?
It applies sticky resin from plants to its forelegs like a trapping glue.