South American Lanternfly vs Common Red Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | South American Lanternfly | Common Red Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Enchophora sanguinea | Staphylinus erythropterus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Fulgoridae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 35-50 mm | 14-18 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | South America (Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador) | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
South American Lanternfly
A bright red and black fulgorid planthopper with a moderately elongated head process. It feeds on tree sap in tropical forests and is most active at night. When disturbed, it reveals hindwings with dark eyespot patterns.
Did You Know?
Despite the name lanternfly, neither this species nor any other fulgorid actually produces light.
Common Red Rove Beetle
A large rove beetle with reddish-brown elytra and a velvety black body. It is a fast-running predator found in forests.
Did You Know?
Despite having very short elytra, it can unfold full-sized hindwings and is a capable flier.