Hockeria Chalcid vs Splendid Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hockeria Chalcid | Splendid Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hockeria unicolor | Philonthus splendens |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chalcididae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 11-14 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Hockeria Chalcid
A metallic dark parasitoid wasp that attacks the pupae of noctuid moths in the soil. It is found across Europe in grasslands and open habitats.
Did You Know?
Females dig into the soil to find and parasitize cutworm moth pupae hidden several centimeters below the surface.
Splendid Rove Beetle
A large, shiny black rove beetle associated with mammal dung. Found across European pasturelands. An effective predator of dung fly larvae.
Did You Know?
One of the largest European Philonthus species, making it a dominant predator within dung communities.