African Dung Beetle vs Table Mountain Ghost Frog Assassin Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Dung Beetle | Table Mountain Ghost Frog Assassin Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Scarabaeus rugosus | Reduvius tabulensis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Reduviidae |
| Size | 15-22 mm | 1.5-2 cm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southern Africa | South Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
African Dung Beetle
A medium-sized, roughly textured black roller beetle found in southern African sandy habitats. It has prominent teeth on the clypeus and strong forelegs. Active during daylight hours, rolling dung on sand.
Did You Know?
On hot sand, this beetle will perform a stilting behavior, standing on tiptoe to reduce contact with the burning surface.
Table Mountain Ghost Frog Assassin Bug
A rare assassin bug found only on Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa. It preys on small invertebrates among the fynbos vegetation.
Did You Know?
Table Mountain's summit is home to numerous species found nowhere else due to its long isolation.