Malagasy Tiger Beetle vs Red-shouldered Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malagasy Tiger Beetle | Red-shouldered Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pogonostoma elegans | Tachinus rufipes |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cicindelidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 15-22 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Madagascar | Holarctic: Europe, Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Malagasy Tiger Beetle
A brilliantly colored tiger beetle endemic to Madagascar with metallic green, blue, or purple elytra. It is a fast, agile predator that runs down prey on the forest floor.
Did You Know?
Madagascar has one of the world's highest diversities of tiger beetles, with the genus Pogonostoma containing over 100 endemic species.
Red-shouldered Rove Beetle
A robust, medium-sized rove beetle with reddish-brown legs and a shiny dark body. It is one of the most ubiquitous Tachyporinae in northern temperate forests and agricultural landscapes.
Did You Know?
This species has a remarkably broad diet and habitat range, making it one of the most ecologically versatile rove beetles.