Reddish-Brown Stag Rove Beetle vs Ironclad Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Reddish-Brown Stag Rove Beetle | Ironclad Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Platydracus cinnamopterus | Phloeodes diabolicus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Zopheridae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Detritivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Reddish-Brown Stag Rove Beetle
A robust rove beetle with cinnamon-brown elytra and a black head. It is commonly found under bark and in forest leaf litter.
Did You Know?
Males have enlarged mandibles used in combat with rivals over territory and mates.
Ironclad Beetle
Has one of the toughest exoskeletons of any insect — it can withstand forces 39,000 times its body weight. Even entomological pins bend when trying to pierce its shell.
Did You Know?
This beetle is nearly indestructible — its exoskeleton can withstand being run over by a car. Engineers studied its shell design to develop stronger aircraft joints.