Green Silver-lines vs Punctured Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green Silver-lines | Punctured Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudoips prasinana | Cicindela punctulata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Nolidae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 33-40 mm wingspan | 10-13 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Throughout the United States east of the Rocky Mountains |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Green Silver-lines
A vivid bright-green moth with three diagonal white or silver lines across each forewing. It is one of the most beautiful small moths encountered at light traps.
Did You Know?
Unlike most green moths, its colour is relatively stable and does not fade quickly in museum collections.
Punctured Tiger Beetle
A small dark bronze to greenish tiger beetle with fine punctures on its elytra. It is one of the most adaptable tiger beetles, thriving in urban and disturbed habitats.
Did You Know?
It is commonly found hunting on sun-warmed pavement in parking lots and along city sidewalks.