Devil's coach horse Ocypus olens
Adult rove beetle.
A predator
Not a pest species.
Size: There are hundreds of species of rove beetles ranging from 5mm to 30mm. This species is large, up to 30mm.
Shape: Head, thorax and abdomen distinct. Often long and narrow, some species have a more pointed abdomen.
Colour: Generally black, but some species are brightly coloured.
Antennae: Long
Distinguishing features: Wing cases only cover the first few segments, segments on the abdomen are visible.
Adults eat: Other insects. Adults and larvae of Devil's coach horse are predatory
Larvae are not museum pests
Damage: none
Often found on: Traps near exit doors. These are outdoor insects.
A predator
Not a pest species.
Size: There are hundreds of species of rove beetles ranging from 5mm to 30mm. This species is large, up to 30mm.
Shape: Head, thorax and abdomen distinct. Often long and narrow, some species have a more pointed abdomen.
Colour: Generally black, but some species are brightly coloured.
Antennae: Long
Distinguishing features: Wing cases only cover the first few segments, segments on the abdomen are visible.
Adults eat: Other insects. Adults and larvae of Devil's coach horse are predatory
Larvae are not museum pests
Damage: none
Often found on: Traps near exit doors. These are outdoor insects.
Devil's coach horse Ocypus olens
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