Elongate Paederine vs Ruby-Legged Dung Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Elongate Paederine | Ruby-Legged Dung Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lathrobium elongatum | Onthophagus medius |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 7-9 mm | 6-10 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Grasslands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Africa, South Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Elongate Paederine
A very slender, reddish-brown paederine rove beetle that lives deep within waterlogged soils near streams. Its extremely narrow body is adapted for burrowing through saturated soil.
Did You Know?
This beetle can survive prolonged submersion in water, breathing through a plastron of air trapped by microscopic hairs on its body surface.
Ruby-Legged Dung Beetle
A small, dark bronze tunneling dung beetle with reddish-brown legs found in parts of Africa and Asia. Males have a pair of short horns. It is commonly found in cattle pastures and plays a role in parasite control.
Did You Know?
By burying dung, this beetle reduces habitat for parasitic flies that affect livestock health.