Delta Green Ground Beetle vs Vedalia Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Delta Green Ground Beetle | Vedalia Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Elaphrus viridis | Novius cardinalis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Coccinellidae |
| Size | 0.6-0.8 cm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Orchards |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | United States | Australia, Worldwide (introduced) |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
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.
Vedalia Beetle
A small red-and-black ladybird famous as the first successful biological control agent in history. It saved the California citrus industry from the cottony cushion scale in 1889.
Did You Know?
Its introduction to California is considered the founding event of modern biological pest control.