Brown-winged Rove Beetle vs Green Grooved Dung Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brown-winged Rove Beetle | Green Grooved Dung Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tasgius ater | Phanaeus difformis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 14-18 mm | 11-18 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Southeastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Brown-winged Rove Beetle
A large, uniformly dark rove beetle with subtly brownish elytra, closely related to Tasgius melanarius. It prefers more rural habitats than its congener and is often found in agricultural landscapes.
Did You Know?
Farmers historically considered this beetle beneficial, as it actively hunts crop-damaging leatherjackets in agricultural soils.
Green Grooved Dung Beetle
A metallic green and copper tunneling dung beetle with a prominent male horn that is slightly offset to one side. The pronotum is smoothly convex and brilliantly iridescent. Found in southeastern North American forests.
Did You Know?
The asymmetrical horn of the male is unique among North American Phanaeus species.