Robust Brown Rove Beetle vs American Hoverfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Robust Brown Rove Beetle | American Hoverfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ocypus brunnipes | Eupeodes americanus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 14-20 mm | 8-11 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Robust Brown Rove Beetle
A large, dark rove beetle with characteristic brown legs, found commonly in grasslands and meadows. It is a powerful nocturnal predator that shelters under stones by day.
Did You Know?
Like its relative the devil's coach horse, this beetle emits a foul smell from its white-tipped abdominal glands when threatened.
American Hoverfly
A widespread North American hoverfly with yellow and black markings. Larvae are voracious aphid predators in crop fields.
Did You Know?
A single larva can consume several hundred aphids before pupating.