Shore Rove Beetle vs Broad-Toothed Scarab
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Shore Rove Beetle | Broad-Toothed Scarab |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Philonthus quisquiliarius | Scarabaeus laticollis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 15-22 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Heathland |
| Diet | Detritivores | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Southern Europe, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Shore Rove Beetle
A small metallic greenish rove beetle found along pond and river margins in marshy habitats. Hunts small invertebrates in wet leaf litter and debris.
Did You Know?
The metallic green sheen is unusual among European Philonthus species, most of which are plain black.
Broad-Toothed Scarab
A medium-sized, glossy black roller dung beetle with a broad pronotum and strong clypeal teeth. Common across Mediterranean regions, it rolls balls from sheep and goat dung. Most active in afternoon heat.
Did You Know?
In ancient Greece, this species was likely confused with the sacred scarab and may have inspired some mythological accounts.