Checkered Beetle vs Holly Blue
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Checkered Beetle | Holly Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trichodes apiarius | Celastrina argiolus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Cleridae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 9-16 mm | 26-34 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Parasites | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa | Europe, North Africa, Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Checkered Beetle
A brightly colored red and blue beetle often found on flowers. Its larvae are parasites of solitary bee nests.
Did You Know?
Females lay eggs near bee nests so larvae can invade and consume the bee brood.
Holly Blue
Pale silvery-blue butterfly with small black dots on the underside. Alternates between holly and ivy as host plants between spring and summer broods.
Did You Know?
Population numbers cycle dramatically every few years due to a parasitic wasp that tracks its abundance.