Bombardier Beetle vs Golden-bloomed Grey Longhorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bombardier Beetle | Golden-bloomed Grey Longhorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brachinus crepitans | Agapanthia villosoviridescens |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 5-13 mm | 1-2 cm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Meadows |
| Diet | Omnivores | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Europe, North America, Asia, Africa | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Bombardier Beetle
Defends itself with a boiling-hot chemical spray ejected from its abdomen at over 100°C. The reaction involves mixing hydroquinone and hydrogen peroxide.
Did You Know?
The bombardier beetle fires its chemical spray at 100°C in rapid pulses of about 70 per second, allowing its internal reaction chamber to avoid exploding.
Golden-bloomed Grey Longhorn
A longhorn beetle covered in golden-green hairs found in European meadows. Larvae develop inside the stems of thistles and hogweed.
Did You Know?
Its golden pubescence wears off with age, making older beetles appear darker and plainer.