Round-bodied Scydmaenine vs Caribbean Giant Centipede
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Round-bodied Scydmaenine | Caribbean Giant Centipede |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Scydmaenus tarsatus | Scolopendra alternans |
| Order | Coleoptera | Scolopendromorpha |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Scolopendridae |
| Size | 1-2 mm | 150-200 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Hispaniola, Puerto Rico, Caribbean |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Round-bodied Scydmaenine
A minute, convex rove beetle of the subfamily Scydmaeninae with a distinctively constricted waist between thorax and abdomen. It is a specialized predator of armored mites in forest soil.
Did You Know?
This tiny beetle has evolved specialized mandibles that can crack open the heavily armored shells of oribatid mites, prey that most other predators cannot exploit.
Caribbean Giant Centipede
A large centipede found across the Caribbean islands with alternating dark and light body segments. It is an aggressive predator of insects and small vertebrates.
Did You Know?
It can deliver a painful venomous bite that causes intense local swelling.