Japanese Alderfly vs Oregon Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Alderfly | Oregon Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sialis japonica | Cicindela oregona |
| Order | Megaloptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Sialidae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm wingspan | 11-15 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Japan, East Asia | Western North America from Alaska to California |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Japanese Alderfly
A medium-sized alderfly found in ponds and slow streams across Japan. It is one of the most common megalopterans in East Asian lowland waters.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few megalopterans adapted to living in rice paddy fields.
Oregon Tiger Beetle
A variable-colored tiger beetle found in open sandy and gravelly habitats across western North America. Coloring ranges from greenish-bronze to dark brown.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most widespread tiger beetles in North America, with over a dozen recognized subspecies.