Desert Blond Tarantula Hawk vs Pale Click Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Desert Blond Tarantula Hawk | Pale Click Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pepsis thisbe | Agrypnus murinus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Pompilidae | Elateridae |
| Size | 25-45 mm | 12-17 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Desert Blond Tarantula Hawk
A large metallic blue-black spider wasp with vibrant orange wings found in the Sonoran Desert. Females hunt blonde tarantulas as food for their larvae.
Did You Know?
It is the official state insect of New Mexico despite having one of the most painful stings of any insect.
Pale Click Beetle
A distinctive European click beetle covered in a mosaic pattern of grey and brown scales giving it excellent camouflage on bark and soil. The body is robust and somewhat flattened.
Did You Know?
The mottled grey pattern provides excellent camouflage, making this beetle nearly invisible when resting on lichen-covered bark.