Galleries-Beneficial-Rove Beetle

Beneficial/Neutral Insects

Beetles, Bugs and Insects without Obvious Wings

	Appearance:	Many species are slender and small, 1/8 inch long, dark colored beetles. They have very short wing covers that exposes the beetle's abdomen.
	Where/When:	Found in many different habitats. They are typically found on the ground, under stones and leaves and in manure and loose soil. Active spring through summer.
	Significance:	General predators on a wide variety of insects.