Frigate Island Giant Tenebrionid Beetle vs Round Sand Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Frigate Island Giant Tenebrionid Beetle | Round Sand Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Polposipus herculeanus | Omophron limbatum |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Tenebrionidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 2-3.5 cm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Seychelles | Europe, North Africa, western Asia |
| Conservation | Critically Endangered | Least Concern |
Frigate Island Giant Tenebrionid Beetle
A large flightless darkling beetle endemic to Frigate Island in the Seychelles. It shelters under bark and in dead wood during the day.
Did You Know?
Its entire wild population is restricted to a single island less than 2 square kilometers in size.
Round Sand Beetle
A highly distinctive, nearly circular ground beetle with a domed shape and striking pattern of pale yellow with dark green bands. It burrows in wet sand near water.
Did You Know?
Its nearly spherical body shape is unique among ground beetles and allows it to burrow rapidly into wet sand to escape predators or floods.