Elephant Dung Beetle vs Isotoma Springtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Elephant Dung Beetle | Isotoma Springtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Heliocopris dilloni | Isotoma viridis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Collembola |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Isotomidae |
| Size | 35-55 mm | 2.0-4.0 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | East Africa, Southern Africa | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Isotoma Springtail
A greenish elongate springtail common in grasslands and gardens throughout Europe. It is active year-round even in cold weather.
Did You Know?
This springtail remains active at temperatures near freezing and can be found hopping on soil surfaces in winter.