Dark Rove Beetle vs Cabbage Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark Rove Beetle | Cabbage Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tachyporus nitidulus | Mamestra brassicae |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | Wingspan 34-50mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Siberia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dark Rove Beetle
A small, shiny dark brown rove beetle with a characteristic boat-shaped body. It is incredibly numerous in northern European farmland, where it is considered a key beneficial predator.
Did You Know?
Pitfall trap studies have shown this to be one of the three most abundant beetle species in British agricultural landscapes.
Cabbage Moth
A mottled grey-brown moth with kidney-shaped and circular stigmata on the forewings. Its caterpillar is a serious pest of brassica crops worldwide.
Did You Know?
A single caterpillar can bore deep into a cabbage head contaminating it with frass and making it unmarketable.