Four-Spotted Chaser vs Common Sun Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Four-Spotted Chaser | Common Sun Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Libellula quadrimaculata | Elaphrus cupreus |
| Order | Odonata | Coleoptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 60-70 mm wingspan | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | Europe, northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Four-Spotted Chaser
A medium-sized dragonfly with two dark spots on the leading edge of each wing, totaling four. It is one of the most widespread dragonflies in the Northern Hemisphere.
Did You Know?
This species occasionally undertakes mass migrations in Europe, with millions of individuals seen flying together in a single direction.
Common Sun Beetle
A small, brilliantly metallic copper-green beetle with distinctive eye-like pits on its elytra. It runs rapidly on wet mud and is a visual hunter of springtails.
Did You Know?
The peculiar mirror-like pits on its elytra are thought to function as light-reflecting structures that may confuse predators or aid in thermoregulation.