Stinking Rove Beetle vs Stone Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Stinking Rove Beetle | Stone Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ocypus nero | Prionotropis hystrix |
| Order | Coleoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Pamphagidae |
| Size | 16-25 mm | 35-50 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southern Europe, Mediterranean | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
Stinking Rove Beetle
A jet-black rove beetle with finely punctured elytra and a broad head. It emits a foul-smelling secretion when disturbed.
Did You Know?
Its defensive odour is produced by abdominal glands and is potent enough to deter birds and small mammals.
Stone Grasshopper
A heavy-bodied flightless grasshopper that resembles a lichen-covered pebble.
Did You Know?
Its habitat in southern France has declined so severely it faces extinction.