Cuban Green June Beetle vs Coppery Chlaenius
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cuban Green June Beetle | Coppery Chlaenius |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cotinis mutabilis | Chlaenius cumatilis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 20-33 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Cuba, Caribbean, Central America | Japan, Korea, China, Russian Far East |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Cuban Green June Beetle
A large metallic green scarab beetle found in Cuba and the Caribbean. It is a clumsy but powerful flier attracted to ripe fruit.
Did You Know?
It flies with its elytra closed, extending only the hindwings through side gaps, unlike most beetles.
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.