Denticulate Soldier Beetle vs Polished Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Denticulate Soldier Beetle | Polished Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Silis percomis | Philonthus politus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cantharidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 9-13 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Underground |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | Central North America | Europe, Asia, North Africa |
| 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.
Polished Rove Beetle
A medium-sized rove beetle with an exceptionally smooth, polished black integument and reddish-brown legs. It is a generalist predator found in a wide range of decomposing organic substrates.
Did You Know?
This species produces antimicrobial compounds in its defensive secretions that help protect it from the pathogen-rich environments it inhabits.