Splendid Rove Beetle vs Narrow-bordered Bombardier
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Splendid Rove Beetle | Narrow-bordered Bombardier |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Philonthus splendens | Brachinus sclopeta |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 11-14 mm | 6-9 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Mediterranean Europe, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Splendid Rove Beetle
A large, shiny black rove beetle associated with mammal dung. Found across European pasturelands. An effective predator of dung fly larvae.
Did You Know?
One of the largest European Philonthus species, making it a dominant predator within dung communities.
Narrow-bordered Bombardier
A Mediterranean bombardier beetle with a narrow body and orange-brown coloring. It shelters communally under stones in dry habitats.
Did You Know?
Groups of up to 100 individuals have been found sheltering together under a single stone.