Green Grooved Dung Beetle vs Borneo Three-horned Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green Grooved Dung Beetle | Borneo Three-horned Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phanaeus difformis | Chalcosoma caucasus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Dynastinae |
| Size | 11-18 mm | 60-135 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Southeastern North America | Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Borneo Three-horned Beetle
Among the longest beetles in Asia, with three powerful horns and a metallic green-black sheen. Males engage in fierce combat.
Did You Know?
Their smooth, metallic exoskeleton makes them very difficult for predators to grip.