Delta Flower Scarab vs African Goliath Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Delta Flower Scarab | African Goliath Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trigonopeltastes delta | Goliathus cacicus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 8-12mm | 50-90 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America | West Africa (Nigeria, Cameroon) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Delta Flower Scarab
A small triangular beetle marked with a distinctive delta-shaped pattern in yellow and black. It is a common flower visitor in the southeastern United States.
Did You Know?
The triangular marking on its pronotum closely resembles the Greek letter delta giving it both its common and scientific names.
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.