Hairy Rove Beetle vs Cabbage Seed Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hairy Rove Beetle | Cabbage Seed Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Creophilus maxillosus | Ceutorhynchus obstrictus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 12-23 mm | 2.5-3 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Europe, Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Hairy Rove Beetle
A stocky rove beetle with distinctive patches of golden-grey hair on its elytra. It is commonly found on carrion where it hunts fly larvae.
Did You Know?
Forensic entomologists use this beetle's presence on corpses to help estimate time of death.
Cabbage Seed Weevil
A small grey weevil that is a major pest of oilseed rape. Larvae feed inside seed pods, consuming developing seeds. Causes significant economic losses across Europe.
Did You Know?
Entry holes made by egg-laying females also allow the larvae of the brassica pod midge to enter, compounding damage.