Digitonthophagus Dung Beetle vs Long-tailed Skipper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Digitonthophagus Dung Beetle | Long-tailed Skipper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Digitonthophagus gazella | Urbanus proteus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Hesperiidae |
| Size | 7-14 mm | 43-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Africa, introduced globally to tropical regions | Southern United States through Central and South America |
| 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.
Long-tailed Skipper
A striking skipper with iridescent blue-green body and wing bases and long tail-like projections on the hindwings. It is a strong flier and occasional migrant.
Did You Know?
Known as the bean leaf roller because the caterpillar folds bean leaves into tubular shelters.