Devil's Coach Horse vs Crimson Saltflat Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Devil's Coach Horse | Crimson Saltflat Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ocypus olens | Cicindela theatina |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 22-32 mm | 11-13 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, introduced to North America | Colorado, United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Devil's Coach Horse
A large, matt-black rove beetle that raises its tail like a scorpion when threatened. It has powerful jaws and emits a foul smell.
Did You Know?
In medieval Ireland it was believed to have the power to curse a person it pointed its tail at.
Crimson Saltflat Tiger Beetle
A rare tiger beetle endemic to the salt flats of southern Colorado. It has a distinctive dark reddish-brown coloration with faint white markings.
Did You Know?
It was only described as a distinct species in 2002 and is known from just a handful of sites.