Twenty-Two Spot Ladybird vs Large Brown Click Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Twenty-Two Spot Ladybird | Large Brown Click Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Psyllobora vigintiduopunctata | Hemirhipus fascicularis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Coccinellidae | Elateridae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 30-50 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Central and South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Twenty-Two Spot Ladybird
A tiny bright yellow ladybird with exactly 22 black spots, widespread across Europe. Unlike most ladybirds, it feeds on mildew rather than insects.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few ladybirds that is entirely mycophagous, feeding exclusively on fungal growth.
Large Brown Click Beetle
One of the largest click beetles in South America with a robust dark brown body. Their clicking mechanism can launch them considerable heights.
Did You Know?
Their click mechanism can launch them up to 30 centimeters into the air to escape predators.