Dark-stigma Snakefly vs Xantholine Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark-stigma Snakefly | Xantholine Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phaeostigma notata | Xantholinus linearis |
| Order | Raphidioptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Raphidiidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 12-15 mm body | 6-9 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dark-stigma Snakefly
A primitive predatory insect with an elongated prothorax giving it a snake-like neck. Found on tree trunks in woodland. Both adults and larvae prey on small insects.
Did You Know?
Snakeflies are living fossils with a body plan virtually unchanged for over 140 million years.
Xantholine Rove Beetle
An elongated, shiny black rove beetle with a distinctive long head. It hunts small invertebrates in soil and under bark.
Did You Know?
Its extremely elongated head allows it to probe deep into bark crevices and soil pores for hidden prey.