Punctured Tiger Beetle vs Wheel Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Punctured Tiger Beetle | Wheel Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cicindela punctulata | Arilus cristatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicindelidae | Reduviidae |
| Size | 10-13 mm | 28-36 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Orchards |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Throughout the United States east of the Rocky Mountains | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Punctured Tiger Beetle
A small dark bronze to greenish tiger beetle with fine punctures on its elytra. It is one of the most adaptable tiger beetles, thriving in urban and disturbed habitats.
Did You Know?
It is commonly found hunting on sun-warmed pavement in parking lots and along city sidewalks.
Wheel Bug
The largest assassin bug in North America, named for the distinctive cogwheel-shaped crest on its thorax. It delivers an extremely painful bite if handled.
Did You Know?
Its bite injects cytolytic venom that dissolves tissue, producing pain reported to be worse than a wasp sting lasting for days.