Green Tiger Beetle vs Broad Scarlet
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green Tiger Beetle | Broad Scarlet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cicindela campestris | Crocothemis servilia |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Cicindelidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 12-15 mm | 38-45mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Asia, Oceania |
| 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.
Broad Scarlet
A robust dragonfly where males are brilliant scarlet-red with a broad flattened abdomen. Females are olive-brown. It is one of the most common dragonflies across tropical Asia.
Did You Know?
It is one of the first dragonflies to colonize new water bodies, sometimes arriving within days of a pond being dug.