Tricolored Fungus Rove Beetle vs South American Leaf Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tricolored Fungus Rove Beetle | South American Leaf Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lordithon trinotatus | Doryphora reticulata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Siberia | Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Tricolored Fungus Rove Beetle
A small, attractively patterned rove beetle with three dark spots on yellowish elytra, found exclusively on fungi. It is a specialist predator within the micro-ecosystem of decaying mushrooms.
Did You Know?
This beetle can detect the volatile chemicals produced by decomposing fungi from over 100 meters away.
South American Leaf Beetle
A colorful leaf beetle with a reticulated pattern of black lines over yellow-orange elytra. It feeds on nightshade family plants in South American forests.
Did You Know?
It sequesters toxic alkaloids from its host plants, making it unpalatable to birds and lizards.