Conifer Rove Beetle vs Australian Caterpillar Hunter
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Conifer Rove Beetle | Australian Caterpillar Hunter |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Quedius plagiatus | Calosoma schayeri |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 20-28 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Northern Europe, Siberia, boreal forests | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Conifer Rove Beetle
A medium-sized, dark rove beetle strongly associated with coniferous bark and dead wood. It is an important predator of bark beetle larvae in boreal and montane forests.
Did You Know?
Forestry studies have shown that this beetle can reduce bark beetle populations by up to 60 percent in naturally managed forests.
Australian Caterpillar Hunter
An Australian caterpillar hunter with dark metallic elytra. It is an important natural enemy of pasture and crop caterpillar pests.
Did You Know?
It is attracted to lights at night and sometimes appears in large numbers around buildings during moth outbreaks.