Madagascar Tortoise Beetle vs Simplon Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Madagascar Tortoise Beetle | Simplon Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aspidimorpha furcata | Nebria cordicollis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Madagascar | Western Alps, Switzerland, Italy |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Madagascar Tortoise Beetle
A rounded, dome-shaped beetle with transparent margins around the elytra that make it look like a tiny tortoise shell. The center of the shell often displays metallic gold or green coloration.
Did You Know?
The golden coloration fades after death, as it depends on a thin layer of moisture beneath the cuticle that dries out in preserved specimens.
Simplon Beetle
A heart-shaped-thorax ground beetle native to high passes in the western Alps. It inhabits cold, exposed rocky habitats.
Did You Know?
Named for the distinctive heart shape of its pronotum.