Pine Spittlebug vs Large Gold Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pine Spittlebug | Large Gold Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aphrophora cribrata | Staphylinus caesareus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Aphrophoridae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 17-25 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pine Spittlebug
A large spittlebug that feeds on pine and other conifers, producing masses of froth on branches. Heavy infestations can cause branch dieback in young pine plantations.
Did You Know?
A single nymph can produce several milliliters of spittle per hour by pumping air into excreted xylem fluid.
Large Gold Rove Beetle
A large and handsome rove beetle with golden pubescence on its thorax and bright orange abdominal bands. It is an aggressive predator of carrion-feeding insects.
Did You Know?
Its species name caesareus means imperial, referring to its regal golden markings.