Woodland Pterostichus vs Banded Fungus Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Woodland Pterostichus | Banded Fungus Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pterostichus oblongopunctatus | Triplax russica |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Erotylidae |
| Size | 9-13 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, from Scandinavia to the Mediterranean | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Woodland Pterostichus
A medium-sized, shiny black ground beetle with distinctive oblong punctures in rows on its elytra. It is one of the most characteristic carabid species of European deciduous forests.
Did You Know?
It is used as a bioindicator species for ancient woodland health; its presence is associated with undisturbed forest with deep leaf litter.
Banded Fungus Beetle
A small, attractively colored beetle with a red thorax and dark blue-black elytra. Lives on bracket fungi on dead trees. Part of a family known for bright coloring.
Did You Know?
The contrasting red and blue-black coloring makes this one of the most attractive fungus beetles.