East Asian Pheropsophus Bombardier vs South American Dobsonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | East Asian Pheropsophus Bombardier | South American Dobsonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pheropsophus jessoensis | Chloronia hieroglyphica |
| Order | Coleoptera | Megaloptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Corydalidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 60-90 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Mountains |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Japan, Korea, eastern China, Russian Far East | South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
East Asian Pheropsophus Bombardier
A large Asian bombardier beetle with an orange head and pronotum and dark blue-black elytra. It is the largest bombardier beetle in Japan and produces powerful chemical sprays.
Did You Know?
It can spray its boiling chemical defense up to 20 centimeters with a popping sound audible from several meters away, and can fire repeatedly up to 20 times before depleting its reserves.
South American Dobsonfly
A large, distinctively patterned dobsonfly from South American mountain streams. Its wings bear intricate markings resembling hieroglyphic script.
Did You Know?
Its elaborately patterned wings inspired the species name hieroglyphica.