Elephant Dung Beetle vs Chrysanthemum Lace Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Elephant Dung Beetle | Chrysanthemum Lace Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Heliocopris dilloni | Corythucha marmorata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Tingidae |
| Size | 35-55 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | East Africa, Southern Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Elephant Dung Beetle
A very large black dung beetle that specializes in elephant dung. Males have a prominent curved horn on the thorax.
Did You Know?
A single elephant dropping can attract over 4,000 dung beetles within 15 minutes of being deposited.
Chrysanthemum Lace Bug
A small lace bug with mottled brown and white lace-patterned wings that feeds on chrysanthemums, goldenrod, and asters. It is widespread in North America. Heavy feeding produces a bleached, stippled appearance on leaves.
Did You Know?
Like all lace bugs, the nymphs lack the elaborate wing structures of adults and instead appear as small, dark, spiny creatures that look nothing like their parents.