Long-Toed Water Beetle vs Kenyan Montane Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-Toed Water Beetle | Kenyan Montane Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stenelmis crenata | Lophyra flexuosa |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Elmidae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 2-3.5 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | East Africa, Southern Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Long-Toed Water Beetle
A small riffle beetle with elongated tarsal claws for gripping rocks in fast currents. Both adults and larvae are entirely aquatic.
Did You Know?
Adults can live for several years underwater, far longer than most beetles.
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.