Horned Clubtail vs Loricera Bristly Ground Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Horned Clubtail | Loricera Bristly Ground Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Arigomphus cornutus | Loricera pilicornis |
| Order | Odonata | Coleoptera |
| Family | Gomphidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 45-55mm | 6-8 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Europe, North America, northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Horned Clubtail
A medium-sized clubtail dragonfly with small horn-like projections on the top of the head. Its body is yellow-green with brown markings. It breeds in clear ponds and lakes.
Did You Know?
The tiny horns on its head are unique among North American clubtails and are used for species identification.
Loricera Bristly Ground Beetle
A small, distinctive ground beetle with uniquely modified antennae bearing long bristles. These bristle-fringed antennae act as a cage to trap springtails, its primary prey.
Did You Know?
Its antennae are unique among beetles - long bristles form a basket-like trap that pins springtails against the ground before the beetle's mandibles can grab them.