Blue Net-Winged Beetle vs Orange Assassin Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Net-Winged Beetle | Orange Assassin Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Metriorrhynchus rhipidius | Platymeris rhadamanthus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Lycidae | Reduviidae |
| Size | 10-16 mm | 28-35 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | Australia | East Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Blue Net-Winged Beetle
An Australian net-winged beetle with dark blue-black elytra and elaborate feathery antennae in males. It is commonly found on vegetation in eucalyptus forests.
Did You Know?
Males use their spectacularly branched antennae to detect female pheromones across long distances.
Orange Assassin Bug
A large black assassin bug with striking orange-red markings on the connexivum and legs. Found in East African forests where it hunts other arthropods. Like other Platymeris species, it can spit defensive saliva.
Did You Know?
In captivity, it is one of the most commonly kept pet insects, valued for its dramatic coloring and fascinating predatory behavior.