Meadow Quedius vs Pinacate Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Meadow Quedius | Pinacate Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Quedius curtipennis | Eleodes armata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Tenebrionidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | Southwestern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Meadow Quedius
A common rove beetle of grasslands and meadows with shortened wing cases exposing the flexible abdomen. Found in grass tussocks and at the base of vegetation.
Did You Know?
Despite having short wing cases, it can still fly by unfolding long membranous hindwings stored beneath them.
Pinacate Beetle
A shiny black desert beetle with spine-like projections on its legs. It performs a distinctive headstand when threatened.
Did You Know?
Its defensive headstand pose is so well known that it inspired the Aztec name 'pinacatl' meaning black beetle.