Simplon Beetle vs Neotropical Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Simplon Beetle | Neotropical Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nebria cordicollis | Pseudoxycheila tarsalis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 15-22 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Western Alps, Switzerland, Italy | Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Simplon Beetle
A heart-shaped-thorax ground beetle native to high passes in the western Alps. It inhabits cold, exposed rocky habitats.
Did You Know?
Named for the distinctive heart shape of its pronotum.
Neotropical Tiger Beetle
A fast-running predatory beetle with metallic blue-green elytra and large sickle-shaped mandibles. It actively hunts small invertebrates on the forest floor.
Did You Know?
It runs so fast while chasing prey that it must periodically stop to re-orient because its eyes cannot process images at full speed.