Fifteen-Spotted Lady Beetle vs Korean Click Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fifteen-Spotted Lady Beetle | Korean Click Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anatis labiculata | Campsosternus auratus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Coccinellidae | Elateridae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 25-40 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Root Feeders |
| Regions | North America | China, Korea, Japan, Vietnam |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Fifteen-Spotted Lady Beetle
One of the largest North American ladybirds with white or grey elytra bearing fifteen dark spots. It is a canopy-dwelling species found mainly in coniferous forests.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, it releases a pungent alkaloid-laden hemolymph from its leg joints as a defense.
Korean Click Beetle
A large metallic green click beetle with a coppery sheen found across East Asia. It can propel itself several inches into the air with its clicking mechanism.
Did You Know?
Its clicking jump can launch it over 15 cm into the air, generating a force of over 300 g.