Bladetail vs Dark Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bladetail | Dark Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lindenia tetraphylla | Tachyporus nitidulus |
| Order | Odonata | Coleoptera |
| Family | Gomphidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 55-65 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, Africa | Europe, Siberia |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Bladetail
A large gomphid dragonfly with leaf-shaped abdominal expansions at the tail.
Did You Know?
It has declined dramatically due to loss of large natural lakes in the Mediterranean.
Dark Rove Beetle
A small, shiny dark brown rove beetle with a characteristic boat-shaped body. It is incredibly numerous in northern European farmland, where it is considered a key beneficial predator.
Did You Know?
Pitfall trap studies have shown this to be one of the three most abundant beetle species in British agricultural landscapes.