Malagasy Tiger Beetle vs Cardinal Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malagasy Tiger Beetle | Cardinal Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pogonostoma elegans | Pyrochroa coccinea |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cicindelidae | Pyrochroidae |
| Size | 15-22 mm | 14-18mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Madagascar | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Malagasy Tiger Beetle
A brilliantly colored tiger beetle endemic to Madagascar with metallic green, blue, or purple elytra. It is a fast, agile predator that runs down prey on the forest floor.
Did You Know?
Madagascar has one of the world's highest diversities of tiger beetles, with the genus Pogonostoma containing over 100 endemic species.
Cardinal Beetle
A striking flat beetle with a bright scarlet body and large black eyes. Larvae are predators under bark.
Did You Know?
Named for its bright cardinal-red color that matches the robes of Roman Catholic cardinals.