Long-horned Bee vs Splendid Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-horned Bee | Splendid Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eucera longicornis | Philonthus splendens |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 13-16 mm | 11-14 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Long-horned Bee
Males are unmistakable with their extraordinarily long antennae, nearly as long as the body. It nests in the ground in warm, sunny grasslands.
Did You Know?
The male's enormously long antennae are thought to help detect female pheromones at greater distances.
Splendid Rove Beetle
A large, shiny black rove beetle associated with mammal dung. Found across European pasturelands. An effective predator of dung fly larvae.
Did You Know?
One of the largest European Philonthus species, making it a dominant predator within dung communities.