Meadow Quedius vs Fluted Cape Stag Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Meadow Quedius | Fluted Cape Stag Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Quedius curtipennis | Colophon primosi |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Lucanidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 18-28 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | South Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Meadow Quedius
A common rove beetle of grasslands and meadows with shortened wing cases exposing the flexible abdomen. Found in grass tussocks and at the base of vegetation.
Did You Know?
Despite having short wing cases, it can still fly by unfolding long membranous hindwings stored beneath them.
Fluted Cape Stag Beetle
A small, flightless, dark brown stag beetle restricted to a single mountain in the Cape region of South Africa. Males have short, broad mandibles with a single inner tooth. It is threatened by illegal collecting and climate change.
Did You Know?
Illegal collecting of Colophon species for the lucrative insect trade has led to CITES protection for the entire genus.