Helena Olive Wireworm Beetle vs Red-shouldered Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Helena Olive Wireworm Beetle | Red-shouldered Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tarphius wollastoni | Tachinus rufipes |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Zopheridae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 0.3-0.6 cm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | St. Helena | Holarctic: Europe, Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Critically Endangered | Least Concern |
Helena Olive Wireworm Beetle
A small beetle endemic to St. Helena in the South Atlantic. It is associated with decaying endemic gumwood trees.
Did You Know?
St. Helena's native gumwood forests have been reduced to a few tiny remnant patches since colonization.
Red-shouldered Rove Beetle
A robust, medium-sized rove beetle with reddish-brown legs and a shiny dark body. It is one of the most ubiquitous Tachyporinae in northern temperate forests and agricultural landscapes.
Did You Know?
This species has a remarkably broad diet and habitat range, making it one of the most ecologically versatile rove beetles.