Creek Pacer Ground Beetle vs Hornet Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Creek Pacer Ground Beetle | Hornet Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chlaenius tricolor | Sesia apiformis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Sesiidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 33-48 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | North America, from Canada to the southern United States | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Creek Pacer Ground Beetle
A handsome ground beetle with bright metallic green elytra, a bluish pronotum, and reddish-brown legs. It is commonly found near streams and rivers across North America.
Did You Know?
Like other Chlaenius species, it produces a strong, distinctive odor from defensive glands that some collectors describe as smelling like leather or wet dog.
Hornet Moth
A clearwing moth that is a near-perfect mimic of the European hornet.
Did You Know?
It even buzzes and moves its abdomen like a hornet when disturbed.