White-faced Darter vs Alpine Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White-faced Darter | Alpine Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leucorrhinia dubia | Cicindela gallica |
| Order | Odonata | Coleoptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 33-37mm | 12-15 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Grasslands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Alps, Pyrenees, Apennines |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
White-faced Darter
A small dragonfly with a distinctive white face and red markings on a dark body. It is a specialist of acidic bog pools with Sphagnum moss. Males hover over pools displaying their white face.
Did You Know?
It is so dependent on intact peatland bogs that its presence indicates a healthy, undrained peat ecosystem.
Alpine Tiger Beetle
A fast-running predatory beetle of dry alpine grasslands and rocky paths. Its greenish-bronze coloration provides camouflage on sun-baked ground.
Did You Know?
It runs so fast while hunting that it temporarily goes blind and must stop to re-locate its prey.