Larger Grain Borer vs Ivory-Spotted Dung Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Larger Grain Borer | Ivory-Spotted Dung Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Prostephanus truncatus | Euoniticellus pallipes |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Bostrichidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 3-4.5 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Africa, Central America | Africa, introduced to Australia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Larger Grain Borer
A devastating pest of stored maize and dried cassava in Africa. It can cause grain weight losses exceeding 30% in untreated stores.
Did You Know?
A predatory beetle, Teretrius nigrescens, was introduced to Africa as a biological control agent against it.
Ivory-Spotted Dung Beetle
A small, pale brown tunneling dung beetle with ivory-colored legs. Native to Africa, it has been introduced to several countries as a biological control agent. It is especially efficient in warm, dry climates.
Did You Know?
This tiny beetle can compete with much larger species by arriving first and tunneling quickly beneath fresh dung.