Elongate Leaf Beetle vs Severini's Rover Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Elongate Leaf Beetle | Severini's Rover Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oreina elongata | Tetramorium severini |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Meadows | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Alps, Central European mountains | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Elongate Leaf Beetle
A slender metallic beetle that feeds on alpine dock and sorrel. It is found in moist mountain meadows throughout the Alps.
Did You Know?
Different populations show distinct color morphs ranging from blue to bronze.
Severini's Rover Ant
A small leaf-litter ant with a finely striate head and propodeal spines of moderate length. It belongs to the T. severini species group endemic to Madagascar.
Did You Know?
Its species group contains numerous cryptic species that can only be reliably distinguished using DNA barcoding methods.