Khapra Beetle vs Swift Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Khapra Beetle | Swift Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trogoderma granarium | Tachyporus hypnorum |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Dermestidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Farmland |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | South Asia; quarantine pest worldwide | Europe, North Asia, introduced to North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Khapra Beetle
A small, oval, hairy beetle considered one of the world's most destructive stored-product pests. Larvae can enter dormancy for years.
Did You Know?
It is so destructive that it is on quarantine watchlists in over 60 countries.
Swift Rove Beetle
A small, streamlined rove beetle of the subfamily Tachyporinae with a tapered posterior and bicolored body. It is extremely abundant in agricultural fields and an important predator of cereal aphids.
Did You Know?
Despite their tiny size, Tachyporus beetles can consume more aphids per day than many larger predatory beetles, making them key biocontrol agents.