Long-Toed Water Beetle vs South American Leaf Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-Toed Water Beetle | South American Leaf Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stenelmis crenata | Doryphora reticulata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Elmidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 2-3.5 mm | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
South American Leaf Beetle
A colorful leaf beetle with a reticulated pattern of black lines over yellow-orange elytra. It feeds on nightshade family plants in South American forests.
Did You Know?
It sequesters toxic alkaloids from its host plants, making it unpalatable to birds and lizards.