Alpine Dung Beetle vs Dark Green Fritillary
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Alpine Dung Beetle | Dark Green Fritillary |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Geotrupes alpinus | Speyeria aglaja |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geotrupidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 55-65 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians | Western Europe, Central Europe, Northern Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Alpine Dung Beetle
A sturdy, dark dung beetle of high-altitude pastures grazed by livestock. It buries dung underground where its larvae develop.
Did You Know?
A single pair can bury a dung ball several times their own body weight in one night.
Dark Green Fritillary
A fast-flying fritillary with a powerful gliding flight over open grasslands. Its underside features large silver spots against a green-washed background.
Did You Know?
It is one of the fastest-flying European butterflies and rarely settles for long.