White-faced Darter vs Madeiran Ground Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White-faced Darter | Madeiran Ground Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leucorrhinia dubia | Carabus lundbladi |
| Order | Odonata | Coleoptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 33-37mm | 20-25 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Madeira (Portugal) |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Vulnerable |
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.
Madeiran Ground Beetle
A large, black, flightless ground beetle endemic to the island of Madeira. It inhabits the ancient laurel forests that are remnants of a once-widespread subtropical forest.
Did You Know?
Madeira's ancient laurel forests are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and harbor several endemic invertebrate species including this beetle that have survived there since before the last ice age.