Hockeria Chalcid vs Vacca Dung Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hockeria Chalcid | Vacca Dung Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hockeria unicolor | Onthophagus vacca |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chalcididae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 6-12 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Hockeria Chalcid
A metallic dark parasitoid wasp that attacks the pupae of noctuid moths in the soil. It is found across Europe in grasslands and open habitats.
Did You Know?
Females dig into the soil to find and parasitize cutworm moth pupae hidden several centimeters below the surface.
Vacca Dung Beetle
A small coppery-green to bronze tunneler with a broad head and short horns in males. It is a common pasture dung beetle across Europe. The metallic sheen distinguishes it from many congeners.
Did You Know?
Males with longer horns guard tunnel entrances while hornless males sneak through side tunnels to mate.