Rain Beetle Hunter vs Nebroides Ground Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rain Beetle Hunter | Nebroides Ground Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calosoma cancellatum | Carabus problematicus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 18-25 mm | 20-28 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Heathland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America, from Canada to Mexico | Northern Europe, British Isles |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Rain Beetle Hunter
A medium to large caterpillar hunter with dark elytra marked by rows of rectangular pits giving a grid-like appearance. It is one of the most common Calosoma species across North American prairies.
Did You Know?
It emerges in massive numbers after rain events on the Great Plains, earning the nickname rain beetle, and can be found running across roads in huge aggregations.
Nebroides Ground Beetle
A common black ground beetle of northern European heathlands and moorlands. It is an active nocturnal predator with ridged elytra.
Did You Know?
Despite its name it is one of the most easily identified Carabus species in the British Isles.