False Blister Beetle vs African Dung Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | False Blister Beetle | African Dung Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ischnomera cyanea | Scarabaeus rugosus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Oedemeridae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 15-22 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Heathland |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Southern Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
False Blister Beetle
A metallic blue beetle that develops inside rotting wood near coastal areas.
Did You Know?
Unlike true blister beetles it does not produce cantharidin.
African Dung Beetle
A medium-sized, roughly textured black roller beetle found in southern African sandy habitats. It has prominent teeth on the clypeus and strong forelegs. Active during daylight hours, rolling dung on sand.
Did You Know?
On hot sand, this beetle will perform a stilting behavior, standing on tiptoe to reduce contact with the burning surface.