Red-Shouldered Ham Beetle vs Snail-killing Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red-Shouldered Ham Beetle | Snail-killing Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Carcinops pumilio | Tetanocera elata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Histeridae | Sciomyzidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Wetlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Worldwide (cosmopolitan) | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red-Shouldered Ham Beetle
A tiny, shiny black hister beetle commonly found in poultry houses where it preys on house fly larvae. It is an important biological control agent in livestock facilities.
Did You Know?
A single beetle can consume up to 24 house fly eggs per day, making it one of the best natural fly controls in hen houses.
Snail-killing Fly
A wetland fly whose larvae are specialized predators or parasitoids of land snails. It has been investigated as a biocontrol agent for pest snails.
Did You Know?
Larvae enter the snail's shell and consume it alive over several days.