Lined Click Beetle vs Festive Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lined Click Beetle | Festive Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agriotes lineatus | Cicindela scutellaris |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Elateridae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 8-11 mm | 10-14mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lined Click Beetle
A small, brown click beetle with pale stripes along its elytra. Its wireworm larvae are major pests of potatoes and cereals in Europe.
Did You Know?
Farmers can detect wireworm infestations by burying potato pieces as bait traps, which the larvae quickly colonise.
Festive Tiger Beetle
A small brilliantly colored tiger beetle varying from deep purple to bright green depending on the subspecies. It runs at incredible speeds on sandy soils.
Did You Know?
Different populations display different metallic colors from purple to green to red based on their geographic location.