Bee Chafer vs Shaggy Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bee Chafer | Shaggy Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trichius rosaceus | Emus hirtus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 9-13mm | 18-28 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Farmland |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bee Chafer
A furry bumblebee-mimicking flower beetle with yellow and black bands. Visits roses and other garden flowers.
Did You Know?
So convincingly mimics a bumblebee that many people refuse to pick it up, believing it will sting.
Shaggy Rove Beetle
A spectacular, large rove beetle covered in dense black and yellow fur-like pubescence, resembling a bumblebee. It is associated with dung and is one of Europe's most visually striking beetles.
Did You Know?
This beetle's bumblebee-like appearance is thought to be a form of Batesian mimicry, deterring predators that have learned to avoid stinging bumblebees.