Japanese Damaster Ground Beetle vs Large-winged Barklouse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Damaster Ground Beetle | Large-winged Barklouse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Damaster blaptoides | Psocus leidyi |
| Order | Coleoptera | Psocoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Psocidae |
| Size | 30-55 mm | 3.0-5.0 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Japan (all main islands) | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Japanese Damaster Ground Beetle
A remarkably elongated Japanese ground beetle with an extremely narrow body and extended neck region. It has evolved this shape specifically to feed on snails by reaching deep into their shells.
Did You Know?
It has the most elongated body of any Carabus relative, evolved specifically so it can insert its head and thorax deep inside the spiral of a snail shell to reach the living snail.
Large-winged Barklouse
A conspicuous barklouse with large patterned wings found on deciduous trees. Adults are active in late summer and autumn.
Did You Know?
Despite their delicate appearance, winged barklice are surprisingly strong fliers and are attracted to lights at night.