Korean Click Beetle vs Chrysanthemum Lace Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Korean Click Beetle | Chrysanthemum Lace Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Campsosternus auratus | Corythucha marmorata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Elateridae | Tingidae |
| Size | 25-40 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | China, Korea, Japan, Vietnam | North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Korean Click Beetle
A large metallic green click beetle with a coppery sheen found across East Asia. It can propel itself several inches into the air with its clicking mechanism.
Did You Know?
Its clicking jump can launch it over 15 cm into the air, generating a force of over 300 g.
Chrysanthemum Lace Bug
A small lace bug with mottled brown and white lace-patterned wings that feeds on chrysanthemums, goldenrod, and asters. It is widespread in North America. Heavy feeding produces a bleached, stippled appearance on leaves.
Did You Know?
Like all lace bugs, the nymphs lack the elaborate wing structures of adults and instead appear as small, dark, spiny creatures that look nothing like their parents.