Fungus Rove Beetle vs Colorado Three-lined Leaf Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fungus Rove Beetle | Colorado Three-lined Leaf Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lordithon thoracicus | Lema trivittata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 5-6 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Heathland |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | Western North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Fungus Rove Beetle
A colorful rove beetle of the Tachyporinae with a reddish-orange pronotum and dark elytra, typically found on bracket fungi. It preys on fly larvae developing in fungal fruiting bodies.
Did You Know?
The bright orange and black coloration may serve as warning coloration, as the beetle produces unpleasant-tasting defensive compounds.
Colorado Three-lined Leaf Beetle
A small, elongated beetle with an orange-yellow body and three dark longitudinal stripes on the elytra. It feeds on tomatillo and ground cherry in the western United States.
Did You Know?
Like other Lema species, the larvae cover themselves in their own frass, which may serve both as camouflage and as a deterrent to parasitoids.