Stenus Jet Rove Beetle vs Japanese Giant Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Stenus Jet Rove Beetle | Japanese Giant Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stenus bimaculatus | Tenodera aridifolia |
| Order | Coleoptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Mantidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 75-95 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Gardens |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Japan, China, Taiwan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Stenus Jet Rove Beetle
A small rove beetle with bulging eyes and an extensible sticky labium used to capture springtails. It can skim across water using a surfactant secretion.
Did You Know?
It secretes a chemical that lowers surface tension behind it, propelling it across water at remarkable speed.
Japanese Giant Mantis
A large brown or green mantis widespread throughout Japan and eastern Asia. It is commonly seen in autumn perching on walls and fences near gardens.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most commonly depicted insects in Japanese art and culture.