Army Ant Rove Beetle vs Oak Eggar
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Army Ant Rove Beetle | Oak Eggar |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ecitomorpha arachnoides | Lasiocampa quercus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Lasiocampidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 50-75 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Central America, South America | Europe, North Africa, western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Army Ant Rove Beetle
An extraordinary myrmecophilous rove beetle whose body remarkably mimics the shape of its host army ants. It lives exclusively among New World army ant colonies, marching with them on raids.
Did You Know?
Its body shape so closely mimics that of its host ant that early entomologists initially classified it as an ant rather than a beetle.
Oak Eggar
A robust moth with rich brown wings and a distinctive white spot on each forewing. Males are active fast fliers during the day, while females fly at night.
Did You Know?
Males can detect a female's pheromones from several kilometres away.