Two-Spot Ladybird vs Sulphur Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Two-Spot Ladybird | Sulphur Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Adalia bipunctata | Cteniopus sulphureus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Coccinellidae | Tenebrionidae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 7-10mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Omnivores | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Two-Spot Ladybird
A small ladybird typically red with two black spots, though melanic (black with red spots) forms are also common. Populations have declined in areas invaded by the harlequin ladybird.
Did You Know?
The melanic (black) form is more common in polluted industrial cities because dark beetles warm up faster in weak sunlight.
Sulphur Beetle
A bright sulphur-yellow beetle that looks more like a flower beetle than a typical darkling beetle. It is common on coastal flowers in summer.
Did You Know?
Despite belonging to the typically dark darkling beetle family it is one of the few members that is brightly colored.