Chinese Golden Ground Beetle vs Warble Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Chinese Golden Ground Beetle | Warble Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Carabus elysii | Hypoderma bovis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Oestridae |
| Size | 25-32 mm | 13-15 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Southwestern China (Sichuan, Yunnan) | Europe, Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Chinese Golden Ground Beetle
A stunning Chinese ground beetle with brilliant golden-green elytra and deep blue pronotum. It is found in the forested mountains of Sichuan and Yunnan provinces.
Did You Know?
The mountains of Sichuan and Yunnan are a global diversity hotspot for Carabus beetles, with many brilliantly colored species found nowhere else.
Warble Fly
A large, hairy bee-like fly whose larvae migrate through the bodies of cattle for months before emerging from cysts in the back. Adults have vestigial mouthparts and cannot feed.
Did You Know?
The buzzing of a single warble fly approaching can cause an entire herd of cattle to stampede in panic, a behavior called gadding.