Red Mushroom Beetle vs Spiny Oakworm Moth Predator Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red Mushroom Beetle | Spiny Oakworm Moth Predator Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oxyporus rufus | Calosoma scrutator |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 7-12 mm | 25-36 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red Mushroom Beetle
A striking red and black rove beetle that lives in and feeds on fresh mushroom caps. Has large, powerful mandibles for cutting fungal tissue. One of the few herbivorous rove beetles.
Did You Know?
Unusual among rove beetles for being a herbivore, with powerful mandibles adapted for cutting through fungal tissue.
Spiny Oakworm Moth Predator Beetle
A large, iridescent green ground beetle with violet-blue margins, known as the fiery searcher. It hunts caterpillars in tree canopies at night.
Did You Know?
It can live up to three years, far longer than most ground beetles.