Long-cerci Dipluran vs Seven-Spotted Lady Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-cerci Dipluran | Seven-Spotted Lady Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Litocampa henroti | Coccinella magnifica |
| Order | Diplura | Coleoptera |
| Family | Campodeidae | Coccinellidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 6-8 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | France, Spain | Europe |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Near Threatened |
Long-cerci Dipluran
A troglophilic dipluran known from caves in western Europe. It has remarkably long cerci used for detecting vibrations in cave environments.
Did You Know?
Its cerci can be nearly as long as the rest of its body.
Seven-Spotted Lady Beetle
A scarce ladybird that lives exclusively in and around wood ant nests. It closely resembles the common seven-spot ladybird.
Did You Know?
It is one of the very few ladybird species that is myrmecophilous, living among ants.