Ridged Water Scavenger Beetle vs Selika Dropwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ridged Water Scavenger Beetle | Selika Dropwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Helochares obscurus | Trithemis selika |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Hydrophilidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 35-45 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Detritivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ridged Water Scavenger Beetle
A small brown water beetle found in well-vegetated ponds across Europe. Females carry their egg sacs beneath the body until the larvae hatch.
Did You Know?
The female carries her egg case attached to the underside of her body, a rare form of parental care in beetles.
Selika Dropwing
A robust dragonfly with crimson to dark red coloration in mature males and brown in females. It perches conspicuously on waterside vegetation with wings held forward.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most commonly seen dragonflies in Madagascar, even found in urban parks and garden ponds in Antananarivo.