Duke of Burgundy vs Excavated Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Duke of Burgundy | Excavated Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hamearis lucina | Omalium excavatum |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Riodinidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 29-34 mm wingspan | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, introduced to North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern (declining regionally) | Least Concern |
Duke of Burgundy
A small, chequered brown and orange butterfly and Europe's only member of the metalmark family. It has declined significantly due to habitat loss.
Did You Know?
Despite its common name suggesting a fritillary, it belongs to an entirely different family.
Excavated Rove Beetle
A small, brownish omaline rove beetle with distinctive excavations on the pronotum. It frequents decaying vegetation and is particularly associated with compost heaps and grass clippings.
Did You Know?
This species thrives in the heat-generating centers of compost heaps, tolerating temperatures that would be lethal to many other insects.