Termitophilous Rove Beetle vs Indian Rose Chafer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Termitophilous Rove Beetle | Indian Rose Chafer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Corotoca melantho | Oxycetonia versicolor |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm (body length without physogastric abdomen) | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Gardens |
| Diet | Omnivores | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Brazil, tropical South America | South Asia (India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Termitophilous Rove Beetle
A bizarre, physogastric rove beetle that lives inside termite nests in Brazil. The female's abdomen becomes enormously swollen and translucent, resembling a termite queen in miniature.
Did You Know?
This is one of the only beetles known to give live birth (viviparity); fully formed larvae emerge from the female rather than eggs.
Indian Rose Chafer
A compact, shiny beetle with variable coloring ranging from metallic green to dark bronze. Adults are frequently found nestled inside flowers, feeding on pollen and petals, and are common garden visitors.
Did You Know?
These beetles can fly with their elytra closed by extending their hindwings through special openings at the sides, unlike most beetles.