Short-Winged False Blister Beetle vs Red-Brown Click Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Short-Winged False Blister Beetle | Red-Brown Click Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oedemera femorata | Ampedus sanguineus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Oedemeridae | Elateridae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 11-16 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Woodlands |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Short-Winged False Blister Beetle
A dark-colored oedemerid with gaping elytra that do not cover the full abdomen. Males have conspicuously thickened hind legs.
Did You Know?
Its elytra splay apart toward the tips, revealing the folded hindwings beneath in a distinctive V-shape.
Red-Brown Click Beetle
A handsome click beetle with vivid red elytra and a black head and thorax. Larvae develop in rotting conifer wood.
Did You Know?
Despite its blood-red colour, it is harmless—the coloration is thought to mimic toxic beetles to deter predators.