New Zealand Rove Beetle vs Net-winged Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | New Zealand Rove Beetle | Net-winged Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Quedius antipodus | Calopteron reticulatum |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Lycidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 10-18 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | New Zealand | North 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.
Net-winged Beetle
A toxic beetle with raised net-like veins on its elytra and aposematic coloration.
Did You Know?
It forms the model species in a large mimicry ring with moths and other beetles.