Royal Goliath Beetle vs Meadow Quedius
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Royal Goliath Beetle | Meadow Quedius |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Goliathus regius | Quedius curtipennis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 50-100 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | West Africa (Ghana, Ivory Coast, Guinea) | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Royal Goliath Beetle
A massive scarab beetle with bold white and brown markings on its elytra. Males have a forked horn used in combat with rivals.
Did You Know?
Despite their bulk, royal goliath beetles are strong fliers and can take off rapidly when disturbed.
Meadow Quedius
A common rove beetle of grasslands and meadows with shortened wing cases exposing the flexible abdomen. Found in grass tussocks and at the base of vegetation.
Did You Know?
Despite having short wing cases, it can still fly by unfolding long membranous hindwings stored beneath them.