Desert Tiger Beetle vs Tumblebug Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Desert Tiger Beetle | Tumblebug Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cicindela hemorrhagica | Canthon vigilans |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cicindelidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 12-15 mm | 8-14 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Predators | Carrion Feeders |
| Regions | North America | 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.
Tumblebug Beetle
A small dung beetle that buries carrion as well as dung for its larvae.
Did You Know?
Unlike most dung beetles it frequently uses dead invertebrates as larval food.