Oregon Tiger Beetle vs Termitophilous Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oregon Tiger Beetle | Termitophilous Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cicindela oregona | Corotoca melantho |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cicindelidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 11-15 mm | 5-8 mm (body length without physogastric abdomen) |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Western North America from Alaska to California | Brazil, tropical South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Oregon Tiger Beetle
A variable-colored tiger beetle found in open sandy and gravelly habitats across western North America. Coloring ranges from greenish-bronze to dark brown.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most widespread tiger beetles in North America, with over a dozen recognized subspecies.
Termitophilous Rove Beetle
A bizarre, physogastric rove beetle that lives inside termite nests in Brazil. The female's abdomen becomes enormously swollen and translucent, resembling a termite queen in miniature.
Did You Know?
This is one of the only beetles known to give live birth (viviparity); fully formed larvae emerge from the female rather than eggs.