Wasp Nest Beetle vs Reddish-Brown Stag Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Wasp Nest Beetle | Reddish-Brown Stag Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Metoecus paradoxus | Platydracus cinnamopterus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Ripiphoridae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 8-12mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Wasp Nest Beetle
A bizarre wedge-shaped beetle that develops as a parasitoid inside social wasp nests. Males have feathery antennae.
Did You Know?
One of the most unusual beetles in Europe, spending its entire larval development inside live wasp nests.
Reddish-Brown Stag Rove Beetle
A robust rove beetle with cinnamon-brown elytra and a black head. It is commonly found under bark and in forest leaf litter.
Did You Know?
Males have enlarged mandibles used in combat with rivals over territory and mates.