Ghost Darner vs Festive Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ghost Darner | Festive Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anax longipes | Cicindela scutellaris |
| Order | Odonata | Coleoptera |
| Family | Aeshnidae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 73-80 mm | 10-14mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ghost Darner
A large green-eyed dragonfly with a distinctively long reddish-brown abdomen.
Did You Know?
Males patrol over water with a conspicuous undulating flight pattern.
Festive Tiger Beetle
A small brilliantly colored tiger beetle varying from deep purple to bright green depending on the subspecies. It runs at incredible speeds on sandy soils.
Did You Know?
Different populations display different metallic colors from purple to green to red based on their geographic location.