Rolled-wing Beetle vs Pacific Spiketail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rolled-wing Beetle | Pacific Spiketail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Derodontus maculatus | Cordulegaster dorsalis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Derodontidae | Cordulegastridae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 65-75 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America, Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Rolled-wing Beetle
A tiny beetle that feeds on slime molds on decaying logs in cool forests.
Did You Know?
It curls its elytra edges downward, giving the family its common name.
Pacific Spiketail
The only spiketail dragonfly on the Pacific coast of North America. It has a dark brown body with yellow dorsal spots and patrols shaded forest seepages.
Did You Know?
It is the only spiketail species found west of the Rocky Mountains in North America.