Rosalia Longhorn vs Desert Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rosalia Longhorn | Desert Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rosalia alpina funesta | Cicindela hemorrhagica |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 15-35mm | 12-15 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Rosalia Longhorn
A subspecies of the striking blue-grey alpine longhorn beetle found in southern populations.
Did You Know?
One of the most beautiful and most threatened beetles in Europe, entirely dependent on ancient beech forests.
Desert Tiger Beetle
A bright red and green tiger beetle that hunts along the edges of desert streams and alkaline flats. It is an extremely fast runner relative to its body size.
Did You Know?
It runs so fast that its eyes cannot process images quickly enough, forcing it to stop and re-aim at prey.