Dark Rove Beetle vs Broad Bean Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark Rove Beetle | Broad Bean Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tachyporus nitidulus | Bruchus rufimanus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 4-5 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Grasslands |
| Diet | Predators | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Siberia | Europe, Mediterranean, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dark Rove Beetle
A small, shiny dark brown rove beetle with a characteristic boat-shaped body. It is incredibly numerous in northern European farmland, where it is considered a key beneficial predator.
Did You Know?
Pitfall trap studies have shown this to be one of the three most abundant beetle species in British agricultural landscapes.
Broad Bean Weevil
A compact, dark beetle with grayish pubescence and reddish-brown antennae bases. It is a significant pest of faba beans across Europe and the Mediterranean.
Did You Know?
Adults emerge from stored seeds through a perfectly circular exit hole, leaving distinctive windows in the seed coat.