Brazilian Soldier Beetle vs Eastern Forest Dung Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brazilian Soldier Beetle | Eastern Forest Dung Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chauliognathus flavipes | Onthophagus hecate |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cantharidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 9-13 mm | 5-9 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | South America, Brazil | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Brazilian Soldier Beetle
A South American soldier beetle with yellow-orange elytra and dark markings. It is commonly found on flowers in the Atlantic Forest region where it acts as both predator and pollinator.
Did You Know?
South American Chauliognathus species are important pollinators of wildflowers and crops, particularly in degraded habitats.
Eastern Forest Dung Beetle
A small, dark brown to black tunneling dung beetle common in eastern North American forests. Males have a short median horn. It is the most frequently encountered native dung beetle in woodland habitats of the eastern United States.
Did You Know?
This is the most commonly collected native dung beetle in eastern North American forests.