INSECTS

Staph beetle

Philonthus cognatus

Insects

Introduced

9.8 mmLength

Beetle in the family Staphylinidae 9.8 mm long. Introduced to Québec. Feeds on animal prey.

There are 11 observations of Staph beetle in Québec, mostly in Outaouais, Capitale-Nationale and Lanaudière, and it has been reported in 4 of the 17 regions.

Where to see it

Outaouais7
Capitale-Nationale2
Lanaudière1
Montréal1