Sexton Rove Beetle vs European Trechus Cave Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sexton Rove Beetle | European Trechus Cave Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Quedius dilatatus | Trechus quadristriatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Caves |
| Diet | Scavengers | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, North Africa, widely introduced globally |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sexton Rove Beetle
A broad, somewhat flattened rove beetle found in the nests of social wasps and in tree hollows containing decaying insect remains. Its expanded body shape is adapted for life in cavity habitats.
Did You Know?
This beetle waits for wasp colonies to die in autumn, then enters the abandoned nest to feast on the remaining dead wasps and their brood.
European Trechus Cave Beetle
A small, pale brown ground beetle with four prominent striae on each elytron. Despite belonging to a subfamily with many cave species, this species is a common surface dweller in Europe.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most widespread ground beetles on Earth, having been accidentally introduced to every continent except Antarctica through human trade and agriculture.