Eastern Forest Dung Beetle vs Green June Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Eastern Forest Dung Beetle | Green June Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Onthophagus hecate | Cotinis nitida |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 5-9 mm | 15-22mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Orchards |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Eastern Forest Dung Beetle
A small, dark brown to black tunneling dung beetle common in eastern North American forests. Males have a short median horn. It is the most frequently encountered native dung beetle in woodland habitats of the eastern United States.
Did You Know?
This is the most commonly collected native dung beetle in eastern North American forests.
Green June Beetle
A large velvety green beetle with bronze margins that buzzes loudly in flight. It feeds on ripe fruit and is attracted to fermentation.
Did You Know?
Adults are clumsy fliers that regularly crash into people, windows and walls due to their buzzing low-altitude flight.