Mountain Ladybird vs Japanese Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mountain Ladybird | Japanese Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coccinella quinquepunctata | Cicindela japonica |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Coccinellidae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 16-20 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | Japan, Korea, Eastern China |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mountain Ladybird
A five-spotted ladybird commonly found in alpine meadows and mountain pastures. It is an active predator of aphids on alpine plants.
Did You Know?
Massive aggregations of this species have been observed on mountain summits during migration.
Japanese Tiger Beetle
A common and widespread tiger beetle across Japan with variable coloring from green to coppery brown. It frequents sunny paths and open ground.
Did You Know?
In Japanese it is called hanzomushi, named after the famous ninja Hattori Hanzo because of its elusive speed.