Mustard Beetle vs Red Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mustard Beetle | Red Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phaedon cochleariae | Platydracus maculosus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 15-22 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mustard Beetle
A small metallic blue-black beetle that feeds on watercress, mustard and other crucifers. Both adults and larvae damage crops. Common in damp habitats near streams.
Did You Know?
Commercial watercress growers regard this tiny beetle as one of their most persistent pest problems.
Red Rove Beetle
A large, brightly marked rove beetle with reddish elytra spotted with dark markings and a densely pubescent thorax. It is one of the most colorful North American staphylinids.
Did You Know?
This beetle can produce audible stridulatory sounds by rubbing specialized structures on its abdomen against the underside of the elytra.