Black Burying Beetle vs Fungus Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black Burying Beetle | Fungus Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nicrophorus humator | Lordithon thoracicus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Silphidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 18-26mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Woodlands |
| Diet | Carrion Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Black Burying Beetle
A large all-black burying beetle with orange-tipped antennae. It buries animal carcasses for its larvae.
Did You Know?
One of the largest burying beetles in Europe and can inter a mouse-sized carcass in just a few hours.
Fungus Rove Beetle
A colorful rove beetle of the Tachyporinae with a reddish-orange pronotum and dark elytra, typically found on bracket fungi. It preys on fly larvae developing in fungal fruiting bodies.
Did You Know?
The bright orange and black coloration may serve as warning coloration, as the beetle produces unpleasant-tasting defensive compounds.