Kentucky Cave Beetle vs Pine Chafer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Kentucky Cave Beetle | Pine Chafer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Darlingtonea kentuckensis | Polyphylla fullo |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 5-6 mm | 25-36mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Omnivores | Root Feeders |
| Regions | United States | Europe |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Near Threatened |
Kentucky Cave Beetle
A troglobitic ground beetle found in caves along Kentucky's Cumberland Plateau. It is eyeless with elongated appendages typical of cave life.
Did You Know?
Populations in different caves show significant genetic isolation from one another.
Pine Chafer
A large brown chafer beetle with white marbled markings on its elytra. Males have enormous fan-shaped antennae with seven lamellae.
Did You Know?
When handled it produces a loud hissing sound by rubbing its abdomen against its wing cases which can startle predators.