Elongate Paederine vs Bark-crevice Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Elongate Paederine | Bark-crevice Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lathrobium elongatum | Nudobius lentus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 7-9 mm | 6-9 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Elongate Paederine
A very slender, reddish-brown paederine rove beetle that lives deep within waterlogged soils near streams. Its extremely narrow body is adapted for burrowing through saturated soil.
Did You Know?
This beetle can survive prolonged submersion in water, breathing through a plastron of air trapped by microscopic hairs on its body surface.
Bark-crevice Rove Beetle
A slender, flattened rove beetle adapted for life under tight-fitting bark. Its compressed body and strong legs allow it to navigate the narrow subcortical habitat where it hunts bark beetle larvae.
Did You Know?
This beetle is considered a natural enemy of the European spruce bark beetle and helps regulate bark beetle populations in managed forests.