Sunburst Diving Beetle vs Variegated Flower Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sunburst Diving Beetle | Variegated Flower Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thermonectus marmoratus | Gnorimus variabilis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Dytiscidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 12-15 mm | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Parks |
| Diet | Omnivores | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Southwestern North America, Mexico | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Sunburst Diving Beetle
A striking yellow-and-black spotted diving beetle from the American Southwest and Mexico. Its larvae have been discovered to possess bifocal lenses in their eyes.
Did You Know?
Its larvae are the first animals discovered to have true bifocal eyes, with two focal lengths in a single lens.
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.