Coronated Jewel Beetle vs Variable Dung Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Coronated Jewel Beetle | Variable Dung Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stigmodera coronata | Onthophagus fracticornis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Buprestidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 5-9 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Farmland |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Coronated Jewel Beetle
A recently described jewel beetle from southwestern Western Australia with striking metallic colors. The genus Stigmodera contains only seven species, all endemic to Australia.
Did You Know?
It was formally described as a new species as recently as 2019.
Variable Dung Beetle
A small, highly variable tunneling dung beetle found across Europe. Coloration ranges from pale brown to nearly black with various mottled patterns. Males have a small bent horn, giving the species its name.
Did You Know?
The extreme color variation in this species once led taxonomists to describe multiple color forms as separate species.