Hairy Rove Beetle vs Wahlberg Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hairy Rove Beetle | Wahlberg Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Creophilus maxillosus | Polyspilota aeruginosa |
| Order | Coleoptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Mantidae |
| Size | 12-23 mm | 60-80 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America, Europe, Asia | Africa |
| 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.
Wahlberg Mantis
A large robust mantis with spectacular spiral-patterned inner forewings.
Did You Know?
When threatened it spreads its wings to reveal vivid blue and black eyespots.