Hairy Sexton Rove Beetle vs Green June Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hairy Sexton Rove Beetle | Green June Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Velleius dilatatus | Cotinis nitida |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 15-24 mm | 15-22mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Orchards |
| Diet | Predators | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Hairy Sexton Rove Beetle
A large, broad rove beetle with flattened expanded elytra, uniquely associated with European hornet nests. It is one of the few rove beetles that lives as an inquiline in social wasp colonies.
Did You Know?
This beetle has evolved tolerance to hornet stings and can live unharmed in active hornet nests that would be lethal to most other insects.
Green June Beetle
A large velvety green beetle with bronze margins that buzzes loudly in flight. It feeds on ripe fruit and is attracted to fermentation.
Did You Know?
Adults are clumsy fliers that regularly crash into people, windows and walls due to their buzzing low-altitude flight.