Sexton Rove Beetle vs Jewel Ground Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sexton Rove Beetle | Jewel Ground Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Quedius dilatatus | Carabus auronitens |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 22-30 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Scavengers | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Central Europe, Western Europe |
| 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.
Jewel Ground Beetle
A strikingly beautiful ground beetle with bright gold and green metallic coloring. It inhabits mountain forests across central Europe.
Did You Know?
Its brilliant golden color comes from microscopic surface structures that diffract light rather than from pigments.