Bark-crevice Rove Beetle vs Bee Killer Assassin Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bark-crevice Rove Beetle | Bee Killer Assassin Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nudobius lentus | Apiomerus crassipes |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Reduviidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Heathland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bark-crevice Rove Beetle
A slender, flattened rove beetle adapted for life under tight-fitting bark. Its compressed body and strong legs allow it to navigate the narrow subcortical habitat where it hunts bark beetle larvae.
Did You Know?
This beetle is considered a natural enemy of the European spruce bark beetle and helps regulate bark beetle populations in managed forests.
Bee Killer Assassin Bug
An assassin bug that coats its legs with plant resin to capture bees visiting flowers.
Did You Know?
It applies sticky resin from plants to its forelegs like a trapping glue.