Splendid Ground Beetle vs Variegated Flower Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Splendid Ground Beetle | Variegated Flower Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Carabus splendens | Gnorimus variabilis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 22-32 mm | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Parks |
| Diet | Omnivores | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Pyrenees (France and Spain) | Europe |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Vulnerable |
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.
Variegated Flower Beetle
A dark brown or black beetle with variable yellow-white spots on the elytra. It is extremely rare and tied to ancient hollow trees.
Did You Know?
It is so rare in Britain that it has been found at only a handful of sites in its entire recorded history.