Seven-Spotted Lady Beetle vs New Zealand Giant Centipede
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Seven-Spotted Lady Beetle | New Zealand Giant Centipede |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coccinella magnifica | Cormocephalus rubriceps |
| Order | Coleoptera | Scolopendromorpha |
| Family | Coccinellidae | Scolopendridae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 100-160 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Oceania (New Zealand) |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Seven-Spotted Lady Beetle
A scarce ladybird that lives exclusively in and around wood ant nests. It closely resembles the common seven-spot ladybird.
Did You Know?
It is one of the very few ladybird species that is myrmecophilous, living among ants.
New Zealand Giant Centipede
New Zealand's largest centipede, reaching up to 160 mm in length. While not an insect, it is a prominent invertebrate predator found under logs and rocks. It delivers a painful venomous bite and preys on large invertebrates including weta.
Did You Know?
This centipede has been observed catching and eating gecko lizards and large weta that are nearly as big as itself.