Net-winged Beetle vs Colorado Soldier Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Net-winged Beetle | Colorado Soldier Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calopteron reticulatum | Chauliognathus basalis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lycidae | Cantharidae |
| Size | 10-18 mm | 8-12mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Colorado Soldier Beetle
A soft-bodied beetle with orange and brown elytra commonly found on flowers. It is an important pollinator and predator of small insects.
Did You Know?
Soldier beetles produce toxic compounds called cantharidins in their blood that make them unpalatable to predators.