Dark Rove Beetle vs Lily Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark Rove Beetle | Lily Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tachyporus nitidulus | Lilioceris lilii |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 6-8 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Underground |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Siberia | Europe, Asia; invasive in North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Lily Beetle
A bright scarlet beetle that is a destructive pest of lilies and fritillaries. Larvae camouflage themselves by covering their bodies with their own excrement.
Did You Know?
When picked up, adults squeak by rubbing body parts together in a behavior called stridulation.