Rolled-wing Beetle vs Stenus Jet Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rolled-wing Beetle | Stenus Jet Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Derodontus maculatus | Stenus bimaculatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Derodontidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America, Europe | Europe, Asia |
| 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.
Stenus Jet Rove Beetle
A small rove beetle with bulging eyes and an extensible sticky labium used to capture springtails. It can skim across water using a surfactant secretion.
Did You Know?
It secretes a chemical that lowers surface tension behind it, propelling it across water at remarkable speed.