Jokisch's Ground Beetle vs Hawaiian Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Jokisch's Ground Beetle | Hawaiian Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nebria jokischii | Megalagrion hawaiiense |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Carabidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 11-15 mm | 35-45 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Central Alps, Austria, Switzerland | Hawaii |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Jokisch's Ground Beetle
A high-altitude ground beetle found near permanent snow patches in the Alps. It is adapted to cold, wet conditions on rocky terrain.
Did You Know?
It completes its entire life cycle in the brief alpine summer of just a few months.
Hawaiian Damselfly
An endemic Hawaiian damselfly with red or orange coloring found near streams. It breeds in flowing water in native forest streams.
Did You Know?
Hawaii's damselflies evolved to breed in unusual habitats including tree holes and leaf axils.