Carpet Beetle vs African Goliath Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Carpet Beetle | African Goliath Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Attagenus pellio | Goliathus cacicus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Dermestidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 4-6mm | 50-90 mm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Worldwide | West Africa (Nigeria, Cameroon) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Carpet Beetle
A small dark beetle with a single white spot on each elytron. Larvae damage woolen textiles and natural fabrics.
Did You Know?
One of the most common household pests worldwide whose larvae can destroy valuable woolen clothing and carpets.
African Goliath Beetle
A large cetoniine beetle with cream and dark brown patterning across its wing cases. It is found in lowland forests of West Africa.
Did You Know?
Goliathus cacicus was one of the first goliath beetle species described by European naturalists in the 18th century.