Turkey Gnat vs Large Gold Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Turkey Gnat | Large Gold Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Simulium meridionale | Staphylinus caesareus |
| Order | Diptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Simuliidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 17-25 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Turkey Gnat
A black fly notorious for swarming livestock in the southern United States. Larvae attach to rocks in swift streams using silken pads and posterior hooks.
Did You Know?
Massive swarms historically caused turkey and livestock deaths in the Mississippi Valley through blood loss and allergic reactions.
Large Gold Rove Beetle
A large and handsome rove beetle with golden pubescence on its thorax and bright orange abdominal bands. It is an aggressive predator of carrion-feeding insects.
Did You Know?
Its species name caesareus means imperial, referring to its regal golden markings.