Nettle Pug vs Horn-headed Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Nettle Pug | Horn-headed Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eupithecia venosata | Bledius tricornis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 20-24 mm wingspan | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Central Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Nettle Pug
A small pug moth associated with bladder campion, not nettles despite its name. Larvae feed inside the inflated seed capsules. A rather attractive species.
Did You Know?
Despite being called 'Nettle Pug', it has no association with nettles and feeds entirely on campion.
Horn-headed Rove Beetle
A small rove beetle in which males bear three horn-like projections on the head, used in combat for burrow ownership. It is a specialist of sandy riparian habitats near rivers and lakes.
Did You Know?
Males with larger horns win more contests for burrow ownership, but hornless 'sneaker' males can also mate by entering burrows when the resident male is absent.