Shining Rove Beetle vs Nettle Root Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Shining Rove Beetle | Nettle Root Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Quedius fuliginosus | Phyllobius virideaeris |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 9-15 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Hedgerows |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Shining Rove Beetle
A sleek, shiny dark brown rove beetle with a smooth, mirror-like pronotum. It is one of the most common Quedius species in wet woodland habitats across Europe.
Did You Know?
The mirror-smooth pronotum of this beetle repels water so effectively that it can move through waterlogged habitats without getting wet.
Nettle Root Weevil
A bright green-scaled weevil found on nettles and other vegetation in spring. Extremely common but the scales wear off with age revealing black cuticle. Adults chew leaf edges.
Did You Know?
Fresh specimens are brilliant metallic green, but old worn individuals look like completely different black beetles.