Kenyan Montane Tiger Beetle vs Cereal Leaf Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Kenyan Montane Tiger Beetle | Cereal Leaf Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lophyra flexuosa | Oulema melanopus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cicindelidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 4-5 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | East Africa, Southern Africa | Europe, North America (invasive), Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Kenyan Montane Tiger Beetle
A colorful tiger beetle found across eastern and southern Africa. It displays green, copper, and cream markings on its elytra.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most commonly collected tiger beetle species across the African continent.
Cereal Leaf Beetle
A small beetle with metallic blue-black elytra and a red-orange thorax. Its larvae strip the upper leaf surface of cereal crops.
Did You Know?
Larvae carry a shield of their own faeces on their backs to deter predators and prevent desiccation.