Scarlet Malachite Beetle vs Lined Tiger Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Scarlet Malachite Beetle | Lined Tiger Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Malachius aeneus | Grammia virgo |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Melyridae | Arctiidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 55-75 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Meadows | Meadows |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Eastern and Central North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Scarlet Malachite Beetle
A small beetle with brilliant red and metallic green coloring. Males have peculiar orange head appendages used during courtship.
Did You Know?
The female bites and feeds on the male's orange head organs during mating as a nuptial gift.
Lined Tiger Moth
A boldly patterned moth with black forewings bearing thin cream stripes and bright pinkish-red hindwings with black patches. It is one of the largest North American tiger moths.
Did You Know?
When threatened, it emits a frothy yellow fluid from glands behind its head that contains noxious chemicals.