Greenland Ground Beetle vs Large Red Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Greenland Ground Beetle | Large Red Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Patrobus septentrionis | Pyrrhosoma nymphula |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Carabidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 8-11 mm | 33-36 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Tundra & Arctic | Gardens |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Scandinavia, Finland, northern Russia, Greenland, Arctic Canada | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Greenland Ground Beetle
A dark brown to black ground beetle with long legs and a narrowly oval body. It is common under stones and moss in damp habitats across the subarctic. Adults are fast-running nocturnal predators.
Did You Know?
Despite its common name, this beetle is one of only a handful of beetle species that can survive in Greenland's harsh climate.
Large Red Damselfly
One of the first damselflies to emerge each spring in Europe, with a distinctive bright red body and black legs. It is commonly found at garden ponds.
Did You Know?
Large red damselflies are among the earliest odonates to emerge in spring, often appearing as early as April when few other species are flying.