Dung Roller Beetle vs Dung Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dung Roller Beetle | Dung Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Kheper nigroaeneus | Scarabaeus sacer |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 25-40 mm | 20-30 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Farmland |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Africa | Africa, Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dung Roller Beetle
A large dung beetle that navigates using the Milky Way to roll balls in straight lines.
Did You Know?
It was the first animal proven to use the Milky Way for orientation.
Dung Beetle
Sacred to ancient Egyptians who associated them with the sun god Ra. They roll balls of dung for food and breeding. Navigate using the Milky Way.
Did You Know?
Dung beetles are the only known animals to navigate using the Milky Way — they use the band of light to roll their dung balls in a straight line.