Fleabane Tortoise Beetle vs Table Mountain Ghost Frog Assassin Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fleabane Tortoise Beetle | Table Mountain Ghost Frog Assassin Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cassida murraea | Reduvius tabulensis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Reduviidae |
| Size | 5-6 mm | 1.5-2 cm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | South Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Fleabane Tortoise Beetle
A striking red-brown and black tortoise beetle associated with fleabane plants. Has characteristic dark markings on the transparent shield margin. Found in damp habitats.
Did You Know?
The larvae cover themselves with their own excrement and shed skins as a defensive shield.
Table Mountain Ghost Frog Assassin Bug
A rare assassin bug found only on Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa. It preys on small invertebrates among the fynbos vegetation.
Did You Know?
Table Mountain's summit is home to numerous species found nowhere else due to its long isolation.