Scarlet Tiger Moth vs Creek Pacer Ground Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Scarlet Tiger Moth | Creek Pacer Ground Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Callimorpha dominula | Chlaenius tricolor |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 45-55 mm wingspan | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | North America, from Canada to the southern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Scarlet Tiger Moth
A striking day-flying moth with black forewings spotted with white and yellow, and brilliant scarlet hindwings. It played a key role in ecological genetics research.
Did You Know?
E.B. Ford used this species for his pioneering studies on genetic polymorphism and ecological genetics.
Creek Pacer Ground Beetle
A handsome ground beetle with bright metallic green elytra, a bluish pronotum, and reddish-brown legs. It is commonly found near streams and rivers across North America.
Did You Know?
Like other Chlaenius species, it produces a strong, distinctive odor from defensive glands that some collectors describe as smelling like leather or wet dog.