Fifteen-Spotted Lady Beetle vs Notched-mouth Ground Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fifteen-Spotted Lady Beetle | Notched-mouth Ground Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anatis labiculata | Dicheirus dilatatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Coccinellidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Southern Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Notched-mouth Ground Beetle
A large southern African ground beetle with powerful mandibles and a robust body. It is a formidable predator found in savanna and bushveld regions.
Did You Know?
Its mandibles are strong enough to crack open the shells of large land snails.