Red Mushroom Beetle vs Purple Dun
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red Mushroom Beetle | Purple Dun |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oxyporus rufus | Paraleptophlebia adoptiva |
| Order | Coleoptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Leptophlebiidae |
| Size | 7-12 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red Mushroom Beetle
A striking red and black rove beetle that lives in and feeds on fresh mushroom caps. Has large, powerful mandibles for cutting fungal tissue. One of the few herbivorous rove beetles.
Did You Know?
Unusual among rove beetles for being a herbivore, with powerful mandibles adapted for cutting through fungal tissue.
Purple Dun
A small dark mayfly with purplish-gray wings found in eastern streams. Nymphs crawl among submerged leaf packs in moderate current.
Did You Know?
Females drop their egg masses onto the water surface from a height of several feet while in flight.