Predaceous Diving Beetle vs Blue Ground Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Predaceous Diving Beetle | Blue Ground Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cybister lateralimarginalis | Carabus intricatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Dytiscidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 30-37 mm | 24-36mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Southern Europe, Africa, Middle East | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Predaceous Diving Beetle
A large olive-green diving beetle found across southern Europe and Africa. It is a powerful swimmer that hunts a range of aquatic animals.
Did You Know?
In some parts of Asia and Africa, large Cybister species are collected and eaten as a traditional food source.
Blue Ground Beetle
A large brilliant blue beetle with intricately sculptured elytra. It is a nocturnal predator of slugs and snails in ancient woodlands.
Did You Know?
It is strongly associated with ancient woodlands and its presence is used as an indicator of forest ecological health.