Horn-headed Rove Beetle vs Fujian Flat Stag Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Horn-headed Rove Beetle | Fujian Flat Stag Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bledius tricornis | Dorcus montivagus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Lucanidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 20-35 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Central Asia | East Asia, Japan/Korea |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Horn-headed Rove Beetle
A small rove beetle in which males bear three horn-like projections on the head, used in combat for burrow ownership. It is a specialist of sandy riparian habitats near rivers and lakes.
Did You Know?
Males with larger horns win more contests for burrow ownership, but hornless 'sneaker' males can also mate by entering burrows when the resident male is absent.
Fujian Flat Stag Beetle
A sleek, flat-bodied stag beetle found in Japan and Korea that specializes in living under bark. Its flattened body allows it to squeeze into tight spaces between bark and wood.
Did You Know?
This beetle's extremely flat body is an adaptation for living in the narrow space between bark and wood, where it is protected from most predators.