Ribbed Net-winged Beetle vs Long-winged Barklouse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ribbed Net-winged Beetle | Long-winged Barklouse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Platycis minutus | Ectopsocus briggsi |
| Order | Coleoptera | Psocoptera |
| Family | Lycidae | Ectopsocidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, North America, Australasia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ribbed Net-winged Beetle
A small European net-winged beetle with dark reddish-brown elytra featuring strongly raised longitudinal ridges. It is found on dead wood and fungi in damp forest habitats.
Did You Know?
The strongly ribbed elytra distinguish this small species from other European lycid beetles at a glance.
Long-winged Barklouse
A widespread bark louse found on tree trunks and dead leaves across Europe and introduced to other continents. It has long narrow wings.
Did You Know?
It has successfully colonized multiple continents through accidental human transport.