Comb-horned Crane Fly vs Brazilian Arboreal Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Comb-horned Crane Fly | Brazilian Arboreal Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ctenophora ornata | Oxycheila tristis |
| Order | Diptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Tipulidae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm body length | 18-25 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Comb-horned Crane Fly
A striking wasp-mimicking crane fly with yellow and black abdominal bands. Males have elaborate comb-like antennae used to detect female pheromones.
Did You Know?
Its presence indicates ancient woodland because larvae require large-diameter decaying logs.
Brazilian Arboreal Tiger Beetle
A large, dark brown tiger beetle found in the forests of South America. Unlike most tiger beetles it is partly arboreal, climbing on tree trunks at night.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few tiger beetle species that hunts vertically on tree trunks rather than on the ground.