Black Sexton Beetle vs Powdered Fungus Beetle of Azores
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black Sexton Beetle | Powdered Fungus Beetle of Azores |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Necrophorus vespilloides | Tarphius floresensis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Silphidae | Zopheridae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 0.2-0.4 cm |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Carrion Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Portugal |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
Black Sexton Beetle
A remarkable burying beetle that locates small animal carcasses using acute sense of smell. Pairs work together to bury the carcass as food for their larvae. Shows sophisticated biparental care.
Did You Know?
Both parents feed their larvae mouth-to-mouth with pre-digested carrion, like birds feeding chicks.
Powdered Fungus Beetle of Azores
A tiny beetle endemic to Flores Island in the Azores. It inhabits decaying wood in remnant laurel forests.
Did You Know?
The Azores archipelago has lost over 95% of its native forest, pushing many endemic beetles toward extinction.