Hairy Rove Beetle vs Yellow-striped Flutterer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hairy Rove Beetle | Yellow-striped Flutterer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Creophilus maxillosus | Rhyothemis phyllis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 12-23 mm | 28-35mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Wetlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | North America, Europe, Asia | Asia, Oceania |
| 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.
Yellow-striped Flutterer
A small dragonfly with bold yellow and black stripes on its wings. It flies in a distinctive fluttering manner, resembling a butterfly. Often seen in groups over pools and marshes.
Did You Know?
It often feeds in large gregarious groups, with dozens fluttering together over marshland like colorful butterflies.