Red Mushroom Beetle vs Toadflax Seed Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red Mushroom Beetle | Toadflax Seed Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oxyporus rufus | Gymnetron antirrhini |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 7-12 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe |
| 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.
Toadflax Seed Weevil
A small dark weevil that develops inside the seed capsules of toadflax and snapdragon plants. Larvae consume developing seeds. Part of the biological control program for invasive toadflax.
Did You Know?
Larvae can destroy up to 90% of seeds in a toadflax capsule, significantly reducing plant reproduction.