Toothed Earwig vs Sculpted Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Toothed Earwig | Sculpted Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Spongovostox ghilianii | Anotylus sculpturatus |
| Order | Dermaptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Forficulidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Gardens |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Western Asia, introduced globally |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Toothed Earwig
A large earwig with heavily toothed forceps found in southern European forests.
Did You Know?
Its forceps bear multiple teeth along the inner edge for gripping prey.
Sculpted Rove Beetle
A small, stout oxytelline rove beetle with deeply sculptured integument and a distinctively broad, flat body. It is a very common species in agricultural and garden compost across Europe.
Did You Know?
Enormous swarms of this beetle sometimes emerge from compost heaps and can be seen flying in dense clouds at dusk.