Pacific Spiketail vs Flat Bark Beetle of Madeira
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pacific Spiketail | Flat Bark Beetle of Madeira |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cordulegaster dorsalis | Tarphius rufonodulosus |
| Order | Odonata | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cordulegastridae | Zopheridae |
| Size | 65-75 mm | 0.3-0.5 cm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Portugal |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
Pacific Spiketail
The only spiketail dragonfly on the Pacific coast of North America. It has a dark brown body with yellow dorsal spots and patrols shaded forest seepages.
Did You Know?
It is the only spiketail species found west of the Rocky Mountains in North America.
Flat Bark Beetle of Madeira
A small flattened beetle endemic to the laurel forests of Madeira. It lives under the bark of dead Laurus and Ocotea trees.
Did You Know?
Madeira's laurel forests are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and harbor dozens of unique beetle species.