Fungus Rove Beetle vs Douglas-fir Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fungus Rove Beetle | Douglas-fir Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lordithon thoracicus | Dendroctonus pseudotsugae |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Mountains |
| Diet | Predators | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | Western North America from British Columbia to Mexico |
| 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.
Douglas-fir Beetle
A dark reddish-brown bark beetle that attacks Douglas-fir trees, particularly those weakened by drought or windthrow. It is among the most damaging bark beetles in the Pacific Northwest.
Did You Know?
It preferentially attacks fallen or stressed trees, but during outbreaks it can kill large numbers of healthy standing trees.