Green Castiarina Jewel Beetle vs Oregon Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green Castiarina Jewel Beetle | Oregon Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Castiarina viridissima | Cicindela oregona |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Buprestidae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 11-15 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Australia, Oceania | Western North America from Alaska to California |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Green Castiarina Jewel Beetle
A brilliant emerald-green jewel beetle found in Australian heathlands and forests. Adults are avid flower visitors and are frequently observed on tea-tree and bottlebrush blossoms during spring.
Did You Know?
Its scientific name literally means 'most green,' reflecting the intense iridescent colouration of its exoskeleton.
Oregon Tiger Beetle
A variable-colored tiger beetle found in open sandy and gravelly habitats across western North America. Coloring ranges from greenish-bronze to dark brown.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most widespread tiger beetles in North America, with over a dozen recognized subspecies.