Green Tiger Beetle vs Assassin Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green Tiger Beetle | Assassin Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cicindela campestris | Zelus renardii |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicindelidae | Reduviidae |
| Size | 12-15 mm | 12-20 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | North America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Green Tiger Beetle
A fast-running, metallic green beetle with cream-colored spots. It is a fierce predator that chases down prey on bare ground.
Did You Know?
It runs so fast that it temporarily goes blind and must stop to re-locate its prey.
Assassin Bug
Ambush predators that impale prey with their curved beak and inject lethal saliva. Some species coat their legs with sticky plant resin to trap prey. Named for their hunting strategy.
Did You Know?
Some assassin bugs stack the corpses of their prey on their backs as camouflage and armor — creating a gruesome shield of dead ants and other insects.