Tropical Ant-loving Rove Beetle vs Neon Skimmer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tropical Ant-loving Rove Beetle | Neon Skimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ecitophya simulans | Libellula croceipennis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Libellulidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 48-55 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Central America, South America | North America |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Tropical Ant-loving Rove Beetle
A myrmecophilous rove beetle from Central America that lives with Eciton army ants. Its body closely resembles the shape and color of its host ants.
Did You Know?
It can switch between different army ant species, adapting its chemical profile to match each new host colony.
Neon Skimmer
A brilliantly red dragonfly of the American Southwest with amber-tinted wings. Males are an intense fluorescent red that seems to glow in sunlight.
Did You Know?
Its neon-red coloring is so vivid that it appears to fluoresce in bright sunlight.