Round Sand Beetle vs Long-horned Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Round Sand Beetle | Long-horned Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Omophron limbatum | Mystacides longicornis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Leptoceridae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 7-10 mm body |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa, western Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Round Sand Beetle
A highly distinctive, nearly circular ground beetle with a domed shape and striking pattern of pale yellow with dark green bands. It burrows in wet sand near water.
Did You Know?
Its nearly spherical body shape is unique among ground beetles and allows it to burrow rapidly into wet sand to escape predators or floods.
Long-horned Caddisfly
A slender caddisfly with antennae three times its body length.
Did You Know?
Its extraordinarily long antennae are held forward during its weak fluttering flight.