Madeiran Ground Beetle vs North American Alderfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Madeiran Ground Beetle | North American Alderfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Carabus lundbladi | Sialis infumata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Megaloptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Sialidae |
| Size | 20-25 mm | 15-20 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Madeira (Portugal) | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Madeiran Ground Beetle
A large, black, flightless ground beetle endemic to the island of Madeira. It inhabits the ancient laurel forests that are remnants of a once-widespread subtropical forest.
Did You Know?
Madeira's ancient laurel forests are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and harbor several endemic invertebrate species including this beetle that have survived there since before the last ice age.
North American Alderfly
A small, dark-winged alderfly common near ponds and slow streams across eastern North America. Adults are clumsy fliers often found resting on streamside plants.
Did You Know?
Larvae spend one to two years burrowing in pond mud before emerging for a brief adult life of just days.