Brown-winged Rove Beetle vs Green June Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brown-winged Rove Beetle | Green June Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tasgius ater | Cotinis nitida |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 14-18 mm | 15-22mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Orchards |
| Diet | Predators | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | 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 June Beetle
A large velvety green beetle with bronze margins that buzzes loudly in flight. It feeds on ripe fruit and is attracted to fermentation.
Did You Know?
Adults are clumsy fliers that regularly crash into people, windows and walls due to their buzzing low-altitude flight.