Blue Margined Ground Beetle vs Japanese Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Margined Ground Beetle | Japanese Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chlaenius impunctifrons | Cicindela japonica |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 12-15 mm | 16-20 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern and central North America | Japan, Korea, Eastern China |
| 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.
Japanese Tiger Beetle
A common and widespread tiger beetle across Japan with variable coloring from green to coppery brown. It frequents sunny paths and open ground.
Did You Know?
In Japanese it is called hanzomushi, named after the famous ninja Hattori Hanzo because of its elusive speed.