Elongate Leaf Beetle vs North African Bombardier Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Elongate Leaf Beetle | North African Bombardier Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oreina elongata | Brachinus humeralis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Meadows | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Alps, Central European mountains | North Africa, Southern Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Elongate Leaf Beetle
A slender metallic beetle that feeds on alpine dock and sorrel. It is found in moist mountain meadows throughout the Alps.
Did You Know?
Different populations show distinct color morphs ranging from blue to bronze.
North African Bombardier Beetle
A bombardier beetle found in North Africa and the Mediterranean basin. It has a reddish-brown head and thorax with dark blue-black elytra.
Did You Know?
Like other bombardier beetles it can fire its chemical spray in rapid pulses of up to 500 times per second.