Delta Green Ground Beetle vs Cromwell Chafer Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Delta Green Ground Beetle | Cromwell Chafer Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Elaphrus viridis | Prodontria lewisii |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 0.6-0.8 cm | 1-1.5 cm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | United States | New Zealand |
| Conservation | Endangered | Critically Endangered |
Delta Green Ground Beetle
A small metallic green ground beetle found only near vernal pools in Solano County, California. It is threatened by urban development and habitat loss.
Did You Know?
It is one of the rarest beetles in North America, known from fewer than five locations.
Cromwell Chafer Beetle
A small chafer beetle endemic to a tiny area near Cromwell in Central Otago, New Zealand. Adults are nocturnal and feed on native grasses.
Did You Know?
Its entire habitat is protected within an 81-hectare reserve, one of the smallest nature reserves created for an insect.