Green Grooved Dung Beetle vs Ant-like Flower Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green Grooved Dung Beetle | Ant-like Flower Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phanaeus difformis | Anthicus antherinus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Anthicidae |
| Size | 11-18 mm | 2.5-3.5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Southeastern North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Green Grooved Dung Beetle
A metallic green and copper tunneling dung beetle with a prominent male horn that is slightly offset to one side. The pronotum is smoothly convex and brilliantly iridescent. Found in southeastern North American forests.
Did You Know?
The asymmetrical horn of the male is unique among North American Phanaeus species.
Ant-like Flower Beetle
A tiny beetle resembling an ant, found on flowers and under debris. Has a distinctive narrowed 'neck' between head and thorax. Common but rarely noticed due to small size.
Did You Know?
The narrow 'neck' and ant-like shape give it excellent ant mimicry that helps deter predators.