Swamp Metalmark vs Blue Shieldbug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Swamp Metalmark | Blue Shieldbug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calephelis mutica | Zicrona caerulea |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Riodinidae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 22-28 mm wingspan | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Wetlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Upper Midwest United States, Great Lakes region | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Near Threatened; extremely local | Least Concern |
Swamp Metalmark
A rare and localized metalmark butterfly of midwestern wetlands with warm rusty-brown wings marked with fine metallic lines. It has very specific habitat requirements.
Did You Know?
Some populations consist of fewer than 50 individuals, making it one of North America's most vulnerable butterflies.
Blue Shieldbug
A metallic blue-green predatory stink bug found across Europe and Asia. It specializes in hunting flea beetles and other small chrysomelid beetles on low vegetation.
Did You Know?
It is one of the very few stink bugs in Europe with a brilliant metallic blue sheen, making it unmistakable.