Desert Tiger Beetle vs Blue-winged Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Desert Tiger Beetle | Blue-winged Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cicindela hemorrhagica | Platydracus chalcocephalus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cicindelidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 12-15 mm | 12-17 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Desert Tiger Beetle
A bright red and green tiger beetle that hunts along the edges of desert streams and alkaline flats. It is an extremely fast runner relative to its body size.
Did You Know?
It runs so fast that its eyes cannot process images quickly enough, forcing it to stop and re-aim at prey.
Blue-winged Rove Beetle
A handsome rove beetle with a metallic blue-green head and pronotum contrasting with brown elytra. It is found in wooded areas and is a capable flier attracted to lights at night.
Did You Know?
The metallic coloration of its head is produced by nanostructures in the cuticle that interfere with light, similar to how a soap bubble creates colors.