Punctured Tiger Beetle vs White Witch Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Punctured Tiger Beetle | White Witch Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cicindela punctulata | Thysania agrippina |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Cicindelidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 10-13 mm | 250-310 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Throughout the United States east of the Rocky Mountains | Central America, South 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.
White Witch Moth
Holds the record for the widest wingspan of any moth or butterfly at up to 310 mm. A nocturnal neotropical species with pale grey-white wings and wavy dark markings.
Did You Know?
With a wingspan up to 31 cm, the white witch moth has the widest wingspan of any living insect — broader than a dinner plate and rivaling small birds in flight.