Iron Cross Blister Beetle vs Aldabra Giant Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Iron Cross Blister Beetle | Aldabra Giant Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tegrodera aloga | Hemianax ephippiger |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Meloidae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 60-70 mm body; 90 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Wetlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southwestern United States, Mexico | Aldabra, Seychelles, Indian Ocean |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Iron Cross Blister Beetle
A striking beetle with bright yellow and black cross-shaped markings on its elytra. It contains cantharidin, a potent blistering agent.
Did You Know?
Swarms occasionally emerge in massive numbers after favorable spring rains in the desert.
Aldabra Giant Dragonfly
A powerful migratory dragonfly found on Aldabra Atoll and across the Indian Ocean region. It undertakes long-distance flights over open ocean.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few dragonflies known to cross entire oceans during migration.