Northeastern Beach Tiger Beetle vs Red and Blue Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Northeastern Beach Tiger Beetle | Red and Blue Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Habroscelimorpha dorsalis dorsalis | Xanthagrion erythroneurum |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Cicindelidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 1-1.4 cm | Body 2.5-3 cm; wingspan 3-4 cm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | United States | Australia |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Northeastern Beach Tiger Beetle
A tiger beetle of Atlantic coast beaches from New England to Virginia. It nests in sandy beach habitat that is increasingly disturbed by human recreation.
Did You Know?
Beach-nesting tiger beetles time their larval emergence to avoid high tides and storm surges.
Red and Blue Damselfly
A small damselfly where males display striking red and blue coloring. It is one of the most colorful damselflies in Australia.
Did You Know?
Males are most active in late afternoon, often forming mating swarms over water at dusk.