Dung Beetle (Rainbow) vs Flea Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dung Beetle (Rainbow) | Flea Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phanaeus vindex | Altica oleracea |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 12-22 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dung Beetle (Rainbow)
One of the most beautiful dung beetles with iridescent metallic copper, green, and blue coloring. Males have a prominent horn. Despite working with dung, they are stunningly beautiful.
Did You Know?
Rainbow scarab beetles are living proof that working with dung does not mean looking dull — they are among the most brilliantly metallic and colorful of all beetles.
Flea Beetle
Tiny jumping beetles with enlarged hind femora for leaping. Named for their flea-like jumping ability. Many species are metallic blue, green, or bronze.
Did You Know?
Flea beetles can jump 100 times their body length in a single leap — they use an elastic protein pad in their hind legs that stores and releases energy like a catapult.