African Predator Rove Beetle vs Coronated Jewel Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Predator Rove Beetle | Coronated Jewel Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Philonthus longicornis | Stigmodera coronata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Buprestidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Heathland |
| Diet | Predators | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Cosmopolitan: all continents except Antarctica | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
African Predator Rove Beetle
A medium-sized, cosmopolitan rove beetle with notably long antennae relative to its body size. It is commonly found in disturbed urban and agricultural habitats worldwide.
Did You Know?
This species has traveled the world with human commerce and is now one of the most widely distributed beetles on Earth.
Coronated Jewel Beetle
A recently described jewel beetle from southwestern Western Australia with striking metallic colors. The genus Stigmodera contains only seven species, all endemic to Australia.
Did You Know?
It was formally described as a new species as recently as 2019.