Large Gold Rove Beetle vs Omalium Shore Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Gold Rove Beetle | Omalium Shore Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Staphylinus caesareus | Omalium rivulare |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 17-25 mm | 4-5 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Gardens |
| Diet | Predators | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Large Gold Rove Beetle
A large and handsome rove beetle with golden pubescence on its thorax and bright orange abdominal bands. It is an aggressive predator of carrion-feeding insects.
Did You Know?
Its species name caesareus means imperial, referring to its regal golden markings.
Omalium Shore Rove Beetle
A small, flattened rove beetle found near water and in compost. It feeds on decaying plant matter as well as small invertebrates.
Did You Know?
It is among the first insects to colonize fresh compost heaps, arriving within hours.