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Rove beetle

Myrmecocephalus concinnus

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Widely distributed across Europe (11 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Argentina).

🇦🇷 Argentina 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇨🇦 Canada 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇩🇪 Germany 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇷🇺 Russia 🇪🇸 Spain 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Rove beetle?
The scientific name of Rove beetle is Myrmecocephalus concinnus. It belongs to the genus Myrmecocephalus.
What is the conservation status of Rove beetle?
Rove beetle (Myrmecocephalus concinnus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Rove beetle live?
Rove beetle is found in Widely distributed across Europe (11 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Argentina).. Countries include Argentina, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Russia.
What family does Rove beetle belong to?
Rove beetle (Myrmecocephalus concinnus) belongs to the genus Myrmecocephalus, which is part of the taxonomic family Staphylinidae.
Is Rove beetle endangered?
No, Rove beetle (Myrmecocephalus concinnus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Rove beetle belong to?
Rove beetle (Myrmecocephalus concinnus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

Native Range — 14 Countries

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Genus Myrmecocephalus — 1 Species

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Rove beetle
Myrmecocephalus concinnus
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