Negro Bug vs Flower Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Negro Bug | Flower Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thyreocoris scarabaeoides | Eusphalerum luteum |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Thyreocoridae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 3-4mm | 2-4 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Negro Bug
A tiny shiny black hemispherical bug that looks like a miniature beetle. It feeds on violets and strawberries.
Did You Know?
So strongly resembles a tiny beetle that it is frequently misidentified and overlooked by bug enthusiasts.
Flower Rove Beetle
A small, yellowish omaline rove beetle that is unusual among staphylinids for being a regular flower visitor. It feeds on pollen and nectar and may play a role in pollination.
Did You Know?
This is one of the few rove beetles that regularly visits flowers, and pollen grains found on its body suggest it may be an accidental pollinator.