Large Bloody-nosed Beetle vs Rustic Soldier Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Bloody-nosed Beetle | Rustic Soldier Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Timarcha goettingensis | Cantharis rustica |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Cantharidae |
| Size | 8-13 mm | 11-15 mm |
| Habitat | Meadows | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | Central and Western Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Large Bloody-nosed Beetle
A somewhat smaller relative of Timarcha tenebricosa, with a similarly rounded, convex, black body and fused wing cases. It shares the characteristic reflex bleeding behavior of its genus.
Did You Know?
Adults are entirely flightless because their hind wings have been completely reduced and their elytra are fused together.
Rustic Soldier Beetle
A common European soldier beetle with dark elytra and an orange-red pronotum marked with a black spot. It is an active predator on flower heads.
Did You Know?
The dark heart-shaped mark on its pronotum is a reliable identification feature across its range.