Sand-Loving Hister Beetle vs Silky Chlaenius
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sand-Loving Hister Beetle | Silky Chlaenius |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hypocaccus rugifrons | Chlaenius vestitus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Histeridae | Carabidae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Mediterranean coasts | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sand-Loving Hister Beetle
A small, reddish-brown hister beetle found in sandy coastal habitats. It hunts fly larvae in seaweed wrack and stranded carrion.
Did You Know?
It buries itself in sand beneath rotting kelp during the day and emerges at night to hunt fly larvae in the wrack.
Silky Chlaenius
A medium-sized ground beetle covered in fine silky pubescence giving it a velvety green appearance. It is commonly found near water and emits a strong defensive odor when handled.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, it releases a pungent, leathery-smelling chemical from defensive glands that is so strong it can be detected from several feet away.