Mountain Flower Rove Beetle vs Large Gold Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mountain Flower Rove Beetle | Large Gold Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eusphalerum alpinum | Staphylinus caesareus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 17-25 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Farmland |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mountain Flower Rove Beetle
A small, dark omaline rove beetle adapted to alpine environments, where it visits flowers above the treeline. It is one of the few staphylinids found at very high elevations.
Did You Know?
This beetle survives harsh alpine winters by burrowing into deep soil layers below the frost line, remaining dormant for up to seven months.
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.