Clover Seed Weevil vs Sinuate-horned Dung Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Clover Seed Weevil | Sinuate-horned Dung Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tychius picirostris | Helictopleurus sinuatocornis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 12-17 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Grasslands |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Clover Seed Weevil
A small, densely scaled weevil that feeds on clover seeds. Larvae develop inside individual seed pods. An important pest of clover seed production.
Did You Know?
Each larva develops inside a single clover seed, consuming it entirely before pupating.
Sinuate-horned Dung Beetle
A medium-sized dung beetle named for the sinuate or wavy shape of the male's cephalic horn. Its body is dark brown with a strongly convex pronotum.
Did You Know?
Males with the most elaborately curved horns tend to win fights over dung balls, gaining access to mates.