Rough-Skinned Diving Beetle vs Delta Green Ground Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rough-Skinned Diving Beetle | Delta Green Ground Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dytiscus lapponicus | Elaphrus viridis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Dytiscidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 24-30 mm | 0.6-0.8 cm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Wetlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Northern Europe, Northern Asia | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Rough-Skinned Diving Beetle
A large diving beetle of northern and alpine regions across Europe and Asia. Both sexes have finely sculptured elytra, distinguishing it from the great diving beetle.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few large predatory beetles adapted to survive the extreme cold of subarctic lakes.
Delta Green Ground Beetle
A small metallic green ground beetle found only near vernal pools in Solano County, California. It is threatened by urban development and habitat loss.
Did You Know?
It is one of the rarest beetles in North America, known from fewer than five locations.