Coppery Chlaenius vs Tarantula Hawk
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Coppery Chlaenius | Tarantula Hawk |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chlaenius cumatilis | Pepsis grossa |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Pompilidae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 40-65 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Heathland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Japan, Korea, China, Russian Far East | North America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Coppery Chlaenius
A medium-sized ground beetle with brilliant metallic blue-green coloring and fine pubescence covering its elytra. It is found near water in East Asia and is a striking member of its genus.
Did You Know?
The genus Chlaenius is one of the most diverse among ground beetles, with over 1,000 species worldwide, many of which have brilliant metallic coloring.
Tarantula Hawk
A giant wasp that hunts tarantulas. The female paralyzes a tarantula with her sting, drags it to a burrow, and lays an egg on it — the larva eats the spider alive.
Did You Know?
The tarantula hawk has the second most painful sting of any insect — but the pain lasts only about 5 minutes. Scientists recommend just lying down and screaming.