Digitonthophagus Dung Beetle vs Black Carrion Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Digitonthophagus Dung Beetle | Black Carrion Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Digitonthophagus gazella | Necrodes littoralis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Silphidae |
| Size | 7-14 mm | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Carrion Feeders |
| Regions | Africa, introduced globally to tropical regions | Europe, Central Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Digitonthophagus Dung Beetle
A small to medium, tan to brown tunneling dung beetle originally from Africa, now among the most widely distributed dung beetles globally. Males have two short conical horns. It is an extremely efficient cattle dung processor.
Did You Know?
This species has been introduced to more countries than any other dung beetle and is now found on every inhabited continent.
Black Carrion Beetle
A large, dark carrion beetle with ridged elytra and a distinctive lumpy thorax. It is associated with larger carcasses where it breeds in masses.
Did You Know?
Despite its name 'littoralis' meaning 'of the shore', it is found throughout inland areas as well as coasts.