Splendid Ground Beetle vs American Grannom
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Splendid Ground Beetle | American Grannom |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Carabus splendens | Brachycentrus americanus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Brachycentridae |
| Size | 22-32 mm | 9-13 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Pyrenees (France and Spain) | North America |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Splendid Ground Beetle
A dazzling green and gold ground beetle endemic to the Pyrenees mountains. It is prized by collectors for its brilliant metallic sheen.
Did You Know?
Its range is restricted to a narrow band of the Pyrenees, making it one of Europe's most localised Carabus species.
American Grannom
A case-building caddisfly whose larvae attach their cases to rocks in fast current and filter-feed. Cases are chimney-shaped and built from silk and plant fragments.
Did You Know?
Larvae can switch between filter-feeding and scraping algae depending on current speed.