Staphylinidae (family)

Rove beetle at Hughes, ACT

Staphylinidae (family) at Hughes, ACT - 7 Nov 2023
Staphylinidae (family) at Hughes, ACT - 7 Nov 2023
Staphylinidae (family) at Hughes, ACT - 7 Nov 2023
Staphylinidae (family) at Hughes, ACT - 7 Nov 2023
Staphylinidae (family) at Hughes, ACT - 7 Nov 2023
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Identification history

Staphylinidae (family) 9 Nov 2023 michaelb
Staphylinidae (family) 7 Nov 2023 JonLewis
Unidentified 7 Nov 2023 LisaH

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I actually have no idea what to categorise this insect as - ant? Beetle? I was fascinated to observe it unfold it's wings, then neatly disappear them again.

2 comments

JonLewis wrote:
   7 Nov 2023
Hi Lisa, I think this is a Rove Beetle. It’s a handsome insect! Cheers, Jon
LisaH wrote:
   7 Nov 2023
Thank you so much - always learning!!

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  • 2 Abundance
  • 7 Nov 2023 01:39 PM Recorded on
  • LisaH Recorded by

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  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health

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