Dry Fork Valley Cave Beetle vs Spotted Flower Chafer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dry Fork Valley Cave Beetle | Spotted Flower Chafer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudanophthalmus montanus | Protaetia morio |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 15-22mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | United States | Europe, Africa |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Dry Fork Valley Cave Beetle
A cave-obligate beetle from the Dry Fork Valley region of West Virginia. Like all members of its genus, it is completely eyeless.
Did You Know?
It can only survive in the constant-temperature deep zones of caves.
Spotted Flower Chafer
A matt black scarab beetle with scattered white spots on its elytra. It feeds on flowers and ripe fruit in Mediterranean regions.
Did You Know?
Unlike most flower chafers this species has a dark non-metallic coloration which is unusual for the group.