Handsome Fungus Beetle vs Pindarus Christmas Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Handsome Fungus Beetle | Pindarus Christmas Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stenotarsus rotundus | Anoplognathus pindarus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Endomychidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 18-22 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Central America | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Handsome Fungus Beetle
A small rounded beetle that aggregates in enormous numbers during dry seasons.
Did You Know?
Thousands cluster together under bark to survive dry periods.
Pindarus Christmas Beetle
A medium-sized brown Christmas beetle with a distinctly punctured thorax. It is found in coastal and hinterland forests of New South Wales.
Did You Know?
Like other Christmas beetles, its larvae can spend over a year developing underground before emerging.