Broad-Toothed Scarab vs Red-legged Buprestis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Broad-Toothed Scarab | Red-legged Buprestis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Scarabaeus laticollis | Buprestis rufipes |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Buprestidae |
| Size | 15-22 mm | 18-28 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Southern Europe, North Africa | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Broad-Toothed Scarab
A medium-sized, glossy black roller dung beetle with a broad pronotum and strong clypeal teeth. Common across Mediterranean regions, it rolls balls from sheep and goat dung. Most active in afternoon heat.
Did You Know?
In ancient Greece, this species was likely confused with the sacred scarab and may have inspired some mythological accounts.
Red-legged Buprestis
A large metallic green European jewel beetle with distinctive red legs. Adults bask on sun-warmed timber and tree trunks.
Did You Know?
Adults have been recorded emerging from timber in buildings decades after the wood was installed.