Puritan Tiger Beetle vs Atlas Scarab
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Puritan Tiger Beetle | Atlas Scarab |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cicindela puritana | Scarabaeus atlas |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cicindelidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 11-14mm | 20-30 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Predators | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | North America | North Africa, Middle East |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Puritan Tiger Beetle
A bronze-green tiger beetle with white markings found only on sandy riverbanks and beaches. It is one of the rarest insects in North America.
Did You Know?
It exists in only two known populations in Massachusetts and Connecticut making it a focus of intense conservation efforts.
Atlas Scarab
A large, matte black roller dung beetle with a broad, shield-like head. It is closely related to the sacred scarab and inhabits arid regions. Powerful forelegs enable it to fashion and roll large dung balls.
Did You Know?
In extremely hot conditions, this beetle performs thermal dance behavior, climbing onto its dung ball to cool its body.