Binodis Dung Beetle vs Australian Glow-Worm Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Binodis Dung Beetle | Australian Glow-Worm Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Onthophagus binodis | Atyphella lychnus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 6-10 mm | 8-15 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Southern Africa, introduced to Australia | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Binodis Dung Beetle
A small, brown-black tunneling dung beetle with two small nodules on the male head. It was introduced to Australia from southern Africa. It is well adapted to Mediterranean climates with seasonal activity.
Did You Know?
It is most active during the cooler autumn and spring months, complementing summer-active introduced species.
Australian Glow-Worm Firefly
One of Australia's few true firefly species, found in tropical Queensland rainforests. Females are wingless and glow from the forest floor.
Did You Know?
Australia has surprisingly few firefly species compared to Southeast Asia, with most confined to the wet tropics of Queensland.