Checkered Beetle vs Arctic Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Checkered Beetle | Arctic Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trichodes apiarius | Quedius boops |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cleridae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 9-16 mm | 6-9 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Tundra & Arctic |
| Diet | Parasites | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa | Scandinavia, Iceland, northern Russia, Scotland, Arctic Canada |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Checkered Beetle
A brightly colored red and blue beetle often found on flowers. Its larvae are parasites of solitary bee nests.
Did You Know?
Females lay eggs near bee nests so larvae can invade and consume the bee brood.
Arctic Rove Beetle
A medium-sized rove beetle with a sleek black body and short elytra. It has large eyes for hunting in dim conditions. Found under stones and in moss on Arctic tundra where it preys on other invertebrates.
Did You Know?
This beetle produces defensive chemical secretions from abdominal glands that deter would-be predators.