Red-shouldered Rove Beetle vs Hawaiian Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red-shouldered Rove Beetle | Hawaiian Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tachinus rufipes | Megalagrion hawaiiense |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 35-45 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Holarctic: Europe, Asia, North America | Hawaii |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Red-shouldered Rove Beetle
A robust, medium-sized rove beetle with reddish-brown legs and a shiny dark body. It is one of the most ubiquitous Tachyporinae in northern temperate forests and agricultural landscapes.
Did You Know?
This species has a remarkably broad diet and habitat range, making it one of the most ecologically versatile rove beetles.
Hawaiian Damselfly
An endemic Hawaiian damselfly with red or orange coloring found near streams. It breeds in flowing water in native forest streams.
Did You Know?
Hawaii's damselflies evolved to breed in unusual habitats including tree holes and leaf axils.