Mole-nest Rove Beetle vs Sculpted Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mole-nest Rove Beetle | Sculpted Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Quedius mesomelinus | Anotylus sculpturatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Tundra & Arctic | Gardens |
| Diet | Predators | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia, introduced to North America | Europe, Western Asia, introduced globally |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mole-nest Rove Beetle
A medium-sized, dark rove beetle commonly found in caves, cellars, and the nests of burrowing mammals. It is one of the most troglophilic rove beetles in the Palearctic region.
Did You Know?
This beetle is one of the most commonly recorded beetle species in European caves, thriving in the perpetual darkness.
Sculpted Rove Beetle
A small, stout oxytelline rove beetle with deeply sculptured integument and a distinctively broad, flat body. It is a very common species in agricultural and garden compost across Europe.
Did You Know?
Enormous swarms of this beetle sometimes emerge from compost heaps and can be seen flying in dense clouds at dusk.