Green Tiger Beetle vs Yellow Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green Tiger Beetle | Yellow Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cicindela campestris | Isoperla dicala |
| Order | Coleoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Cicindelidae | Perlodidae |
| Size | 12-15 mm | 9-13 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | North 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.
Yellow Stonefly
A bright yellow springfly found in clean Appalachian streams. Nymphs are predatory on small invertebrates in gravel substrates.
Did You Know?
Males produce vibrational signals by rubbing their abdomen against the substrate, audible through special sensors.