Omalium Shore Rove Beetle vs Broad-bodied Chaser
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Omalium Shore Rove Beetle | Broad-bodied Chaser |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Omalium rivulare | Libellula depressa |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 39-48 mm body length |
| Habitat | Gardens | Gardens |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | Western Europe, Central Europe, Southern Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Omalium Shore Rove Beetle
A small, flattened rove beetle found near water and in compost. It feeds on decaying plant matter as well as small invertebrates.
Did You Know?
It is among the first insects to colonize fresh compost heaps, arriving within hours.
Broad-bodied Chaser
A stocky dragonfly with a distinctly flattened, broad abdomen that is powder-blue in males and golden-brown in females. It is often the first dragonfly to colonise new garden ponds.
Did You Know?
It can appear at a new garden pond within days of it being filled with water.