Brazilian Owlfly vs Blue Paederine Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brazilian Owlfly | Blue Paederine Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cordulecerus alopecinus | Paederus balcanicus |
| Order | Neuroptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Ascalaphidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 40-55 mm wingspan | 7-9 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Brazil, South America | Balkans, Turkey, Middle East |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Brazilian Owlfly
A neotropical owlfly with bushy-tipped antennae found in South American cerrado and forest edges. Adults are crepuscular fliers.
Did You Know?
Its furry antenna tips are unique among owlflies and give the genus its name meaning 'fox-like.'
Blue Paederine Rove Beetle
A colorful Paederus rove beetle with metallic blue elytra and an orange thorax, found in southeastern Europe. Like all Paederus, it contains the blistering agent pederin in its body fluids.
Did You Know?
In Turkey and the Middle East, outbreaks of this species near villages can cause hundreds of dermatitis cases in a single season.