Nebroides Ground Beetle vs Net-winged Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Nebroides Ground Beetle | Net-winged Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Carabus problematicus | Calopteron reticulatum |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Lycidae |
| Size | 20-28 mm | 10-18 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Northern Europe, British Isles | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Nebroides Ground Beetle
A common black ground beetle of northern European heathlands and moorlands. It is an active nocturnal predator with ridged elytra.
Did You Know?
Despite its name it is one of the most easily identified Carabus species in the British Isles.
Net-winged Beetle
A toxic beetle with raised net-like veins on its elytra and aposematic coloration.
Did You Know?
It forms the model species in a large mimicry ring with moths and other beetles.