Cobalt Milkweed Beetle vs Marsh Treader
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cobalt Milkweed Beetle | Marsh Treader |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysochus cobaltinus auratus | Hydrometra stagnorum |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Hydrometridae |
| Size | 8-11mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Meadows | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cobalt Milkweed Beetle
A subspecies of the cobalt blue milkweed beetle with slightly more golden-green coloring.
Did You Know?
The metallic blue and green coloring warns predators that it has sequestered toxic compounds from milkweed.
Marsh Treader
An extremely slender, stick-like bug with a greatly elongated head. It walks slowly across floating vegetation and water surfaces at pond margins, probing for tiny prey.
Did You Know?
Its elongated head and rostrum give it a bizarre twig-like appearance, providing excellent camouflage among vegetation.