Dark-stigma Snakefly vs Reticulated Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark-stigma Snakefly | Reticulated Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phaeostigma notata | Tenomerga cinerea |
| Order | Raphidioptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Raphidiidae | Cupedidae |
| Size | 12-15 mm body | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dark-stigma Snakefly
A primitive predatory insect with an elongated prothorax giving it a snake-like neck. Found on tree trunks in woodland. Both adults and larvae prey on small insects.
Did You Know?
Snakeflies are living fossils with a body plan virtually unchanged for over 140 million years.
Reticulated Beetle
A living fossil from one of the most ancient beetle families still extant.
Did You Know?
Its family dates back to the Triassic period over 230 million years ago.