Coppery Chlaenius vs Western Cicada Killer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Coppery Chlaenius | Western Cicada Killer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chlaenius cumatilis | Sphecius grandis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Crabronidae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 30-55 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Japan, Korea, China, Russian Far East | Western United States from the Great Plains to the Pacific coast |
| 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.
Western Cicada Killer
A massive solitary wasp of the American West that hunts cicadas to provision its underground burrows. It is slightly larger and paler than its eastern relative.
Did You Know?
Despite its intimidating size, it is generally docile toward humans and males cannot sting at all.