Wall Brown vs Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Wall Brown | Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lasiommata megera | Cicindela hybrida |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | Wingspan 36-50mm | 11-16mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Wall Brown
An orange-brown butterfly with eyespots that basks with wings open on walls, rocks and bare ground.
Did You Know?
Named for its habit of sunbathing on warm walls and has sadly declined across much of western Europe.
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.