Violet ground beetle - The Wildlife Trusts
Scientific name: Carabus violaceus or Carabus problematicus. Violet ground beetles are active predators, coming out at night to hunt slugs and other invertebrates in gardens, woodlands …
Violet Ground Beetle – Identification, Life Cycle, Facts & Pictures
2021年10月6日 · The violet ground beetle is a member of the family of ground beetles. Like all other ground beetles, these are predators and are beneficial to farmers, hunting several pests …
Violet Ground Beetle: Identification, Life Cycle, Damage, FAQs
Let me introduce you to the Violet Ground Beetle, a large nocturnal predator belonging to the family of shrew beetles, also known as the rain beetle. It was first described by the famous …
Violet ground beetle (Carabus violaceus) - Picture Insect
The violet ground beetle is a shiny, black beetle that has violet or indigo edges to its smooth, oval elytra (wing cases) and thorax. Adult beetles are usually 20–30 mm (0.8–1.2 in). Adult beetles …
The Violet Ground Beetle - Everything Not Human
2018年4月22日 · At this time of year as you’re weeding your borders, you may be lucky enough to spot a violet ground beetle. They’re fast runners but at up to 35mm long they are also one of …
Violet Ground Beetle | NatureSpot
2014年6月14日 · One of the largest species in the UK, measuring about 20-30mm in length. It is similar to Carabus problematicus but the elytra of Carabus violaceus are smoother with fewer …
Ground beetles and rove beetles - RHS Gardening
One species often found in gardens, the violet ground beetle (Carabus violaceus), has metallic-purple edges to the wing-cases and thorax. Being one of the bigger carabids, 20-25mm long, it …
What is purple beetle? - Green Packs
Purple beetles, specifically the violet ground beetle, are fascinating creatures that can be found in gardens and landscapes. These beetles have a striking appearance, with a black body that …
Hainault Forest | Ground Beetles
Ridged Violet Ground Beetle Carabus problematicus is common in Hainault Forest. It hides under logs during daytime and comes out at night to hunt. Up to 30mm long.
Violet Ground Beetle - Eakring Birds
Ground Beetles (Carabidae) are quick, long-legged predators, equipped with powerful jaws. Carabus violaceus (more usually known as the Violet Ground Beetle) is one of the largest …