Screech Beetle vs Helicopter Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Screech Beetle | Helicopter Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hygrobia hermanni | Mecistogaster linearis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Hygrobiidae | Pseudostigmatidae |
| Size | 8-10 mm | 80 mm body, 100 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa | Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Screech Beetle
A medium-sized, reddish-brown water beetle that produces an audible squeaking sound when handled. It is found in muddy ponds across Europe.
Did You Know?
It produces a squeaking noise by rubbing its abdomen against the inside of its wing cases.
Helicopter Dragonfly
A forest giant damselfly that plucks spiders from their webs while hovering.
Did You Know?
Females oviposit into water-filled bromeliads and tree holes in the canopy.