Large Brown Click Beetle vs Coppery Chlaenius
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Brown Click Beetle | Coppery Chlaenius |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hemirhipus fascicularis | Chlaenius cumatilis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Elateridae | Carabidae |
| Size | 30-50 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Central and South America | Japan, Korea, China, Russian Far East |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Large Brown Click Beetle
One of the largest click beetles in South America with a robust dark brown body. Their clicking mechanism can launch them considerable heights.
Did You Know?
Their click mechanism can launch them up to 30 centimeters into the air to escape predators.
Coppery Chlaenius
A medium-sized ground beetle with brilliant metallic blue-green coloring and fine pubescence covering its elytra. It is found near water in East Asia and is a striking member of its genus.
Did You Know?
The genus Chlaenius is one of the most diverse among ground beetles, with over 1,000 species worldwide, many of which have brilliant metallic coloring.