Four-Spotted Chaser vs Rain Beetle Hunter
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Four-Spotted Chaser | Rain Beetle Hunter |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Libellula quadrimaculata | Calosoma cancellatum |
| Order | Odonata | Coleoptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 60-70 mm wingspan | 18-25 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Grasslands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | North America, from Canada to Mexico |
| 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.
Rain Beetle Hunter
A medium to large caterpillar hunter with dark elytra marked by rows of rectangular pits giving a grid-like appearance. It is one of the most common Calosoma species across North American prairies.
Did You Know?
It emerges in massive numbers after rain events on the Great Plains, earning the nickname rain beetle, and can be found running across roads in huge aggregations.