New Zealand Rove Beetle vs Amazonian Water Scorpion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | New Zealand Rove Beetle | Amazonian Water Scorpion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Quedius antipodus | Ranatra spp. |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Nepidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 30-50 mm including siphon |
| Habitat | Forests | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | New Zealand | Throughout South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
New Zealand Rove Beetle
A medium-sized, shiny dark rove beetle native to New Zealand's native forests. It is one of the most commonly encountered staphylinids in New Zealand's distinctive southern beech forests.
Did You Know?
New Zealand's rove beetle fauna evolved in isolation for 80 million years, producing many endemic species found nowhere else on Earth.
Amazonian Water Scorpion
A stick-like aquatic bug with an extremely elongated body and long breathing siphon at the rear. It hangs motionless near the surface, ambushing passing prey.
Did You Know?
Despite the common name, it is not a scorpion at all and is completely harmless to humans though it can deliver a mild prick.