Thick-legged Flower Beetle vs Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Thick-legged Flower Beetle | Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oedemera nobilis | Cicindela hybrida |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Oedemeridae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 8-12mm | 11-16mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Thick-legged Flower Beetle
A metallic green beetle with splayed elytra that expose the wings. Males have distinctively swollen hind femora.
Did You Know?
Despite being an important pollinator this beetle is often mistaken for a green fly due to its shiny metallic color.
Tiger Beetle
A fast-running bronze-green tiger beetle with cream markings. One of the fastest running insects relative to size.
Did You Know?
Runs so fast that its visual system cannot keep up, forcing it to stop and relocate prey between sprints.