Golden Click Beetle vs Splendid Clubtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golden Click Beetle | Splendid Clubtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Selatosomus aeneus | Gomphidia abbotti |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Elateridae | Gomphidae |
| Size | 11-16 mm | 60-72 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Golden Click Beetle
A metallic green or bronze click beetle with a bright coppery sheen on the elytra and pronotum. It is common in European forests and grasslands during spring.
Did You Know?
The brilliant metallic coloration is structural, produced by microscopic surface textures rather than pigments.
Splendid Clubtail
A large, impressive Asian clubtail with bold yellow and black markings. It inhabits forested rivers in Southeast Asia and is a powerful flier.
Did You Know?
At over 70 mm long, it is one of the largest gomphid dragonflies in Southeast Asia.