Denticulate Soldier Beetle vs Lined Flat Bark Ground Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Denticulate Soldier Beetle | Lined Flat Bark Ground Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Silis percomis | Platynus decentis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cantharidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 10-13 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Forests |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Central North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Denticulate Soldier Beetle
A small, rarely noticed soldier beetle found in grasslands of the midwestern United States. Males have distinctive tooth-like projections on their antennae.
Did You Know?
The serrated antennae of males are unique among North American soldier beetles and aid in detecting pheromones.
Lined Flat Bark Ground Beetle
A medium-sized, flattened ground beetle with a sleek black body and fine striations on its elytra. It is commonly found under bark and in forest floor debris.
Did You Know?
Its extremely flattened body allows it to squeeze under tight-fitting bark on fallen logs, where it hunts prey that other predators cannot reach.