Large Tropical Rove Beetle vs Atlas Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Tropical Rove Beetle | Atlas Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hesperus rufipennis | Chalcosoma atlas |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 18-25 mm | 60-130 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | West Africa, Central Africa | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Large Tropical Rove Beetle
A large, impressive tropical rove beetle with red elytra and a black head and pronotum. It is one of the larger staphylinids in the African tropical forest fauna.
Did You Know?
This beetle can deliver a painful bite with its powerful mandibles if handled carelessly, one of the few rove beetles capable of breaking human skin.
Atlas Beetle
Named after Atlas from Greek mythology for its incredible strength. Males have three prominent horns. Known for their aggressive territorial behavior.
Did You Know?
Atlas beetles are so strong they can carry objects 4 times their own weight while walking, and males use their triple horns in fierce wrestling matches.