Large Gold Chafer vs Clouded Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Gold Chafer | Clouded Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Protaetia aeruginosa | Staphylinus nebulosis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 22-29 mm | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Central and Eastern Europe | Southern Europe, Mediterranean |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Large Gold Chafer
A large, spectacular metallic golden-green beetle associated with ancient forests. Its larvae develop in hollows of old deciduous trees.
Did You Know?
It is one of Europe's most impressive beetles and is strictly protected under EU wildlife legislation.
Clouded Rove Beetle
A large European rove beetle with a cloudy gray-brown pubescence pattern and powerful jaws. It is a nocturnal hunter that shelters under stones and bark during the day.
Did You Know?
This beetle can run surprisingly fast for its size, capable of outpacing most of its prey across the forest floor.