European Xiphydriid vs Red Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | European Xiphydriid | Red Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xiphydria longicollis | Platydracus maculosus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Xiphydriidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 15-22 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
European Xiphydriid
A slender wood wasp with a notably elongated pronotum giving it a long-necked appearance. The body is dark with pale lateral spots on the abdomen.
Did You Know?
The elongated 'neck' that gives xiphydriids their distinctive appearance is actually an elongation of the pronotum, unique among wood wasps.
Red Rove Beetle
A large, brightly marked rove beetle with reddish elytra spotted with dark markings and a densely pubescent thorax. It is one of the most colorful North American staphylinids.
Did You Know?
This beetle can produce audible stridulatory sounds by rubbing specialized structures on its abdomen against the underside of the elytra.