Neotropical Scarab Beetle vs Plantain Gall Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Neotropical Scarab Beetle | Plantain Gall Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coprophanaeus lancifer | Mecinus pyraster |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Gall Makers |
| Regions | Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Neotropical Scarab Beetle
The largest dung beetle in the Americas with a striking metallic blue-black body. Males bear a long curved horn on the head used in fights over resources.
Did You Know?
Unlike typical dung beetles, this species strongly prefers carrion over dung and is often the first beetle to arrive at dead animals.
Plantain Gall Weevil
A small cylindrical weevil that causes stem galls on plantain. Larvae develop inside swollen plant stems. An inconspicuous but very common species.
Did You Know?
Causes distinctive swellings on plantain stems that are easy to find even when the tiny weevil itself is not visible.