Blue Margined Ground Beetle vs Giant Hawaiian Darner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Margined Ground Beetle | Giant Hawaiian Darner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chlaenius impunctifrons | Anax strenuus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Carabidae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | 12-15 mm | 10-13 cm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Eastern and central North America | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
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.
Giant Hawaiian Darner
The largest dragonfly in the United States, endemic to the Hawaiian Islands. It patrols forest streams and pools in native montane forest.
Did You Know?
Ancient Hawaiians called it the 'pinao' and considered it a guardian spirit of fresh water.