Crimson Saltflat Tiger Beetle vs Great Mullein Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Crimson Saltflat Tiger Beetle | Great Mullein Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cicindela theatina | Cionus thapsus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cicindelidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 11-13 mm | 3-4.5 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Colorado, United States | Europe |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Crimson Saltflat Tiger Beetle
A rare tiger beetle endemic to the salt flats of southern Colorado. It has a distinctive dark reddish-brown coloration with faint white markings.
Did You Know?
It was only described as a distinct species in 2002 and is known from just a handful of sites.
Great Mullein Weevil
A small rounded weevil found exclusively on great mullein plants. Similar to the figwort weevil but associated with different host plants. Larvae are external feeders in mucous cocoons.
Did You Know?
Each larva lives inside its own slimy mucous cocoon attached to the mullein leaf surface.