Sexton Rove Beetle vs Western Snakefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sexton Rove Beetle | Western Snakefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Quedius dilatatus | Agulla adnixa |
| Order | Coleoptera | Raphidioptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Raphidiidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Scavengers | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Western North America |
| 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.
Western Snakefly
A North American snakefly found in western forests and woodlands. Larvae develop under bark of conifers where they hunt bark beetle larvae.
Did You Know?
Western snakeflies require a cold winter period to complete development, which is why they are absent from tropical regions.