Coral Pink Sand Dunes Tiger Beetle vs South American Whirligig Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Coral Pink Sand Dunes Tiger Beetle | South American Whirligig Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cicindela albissima | Gyrinus ovatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Gyrinidae |
| Size | 11-13 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Kane County, Utah, United States | North America, Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Coral Pink Sand Dunes Tiger Beetle
A nearly white tiger beetle perfectly camouflaged against the pink-white sand dunes of its sole habitat in southern Utah. It is one of the most narrowly endemic tiger beetles in the world.
Did You Know?
Its entire world population occupies about 365 acres of sand dunes in Utah, and off-road vehicle recreation in the dunes is the primary threat to its survival.
South American Whirligig Beetle
A widespread whirligig beetle found across temperate and tropical regions of the Americas. It is highly gregarious and forms dense surface swarms.
Did You Know?
Its flattened, boat-shaped body creates almost no wake, allowing it to glide efficiently across the water surface.