Neotropical Scarab Beetle vs Sylvicola Tunneler
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Neotropical Scarab Beetle | Sylvicola Tunneler |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coprophanaeus lancifer | Ontherus sulcator |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana | South America |
| 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.
Sylvicola Tunneler
A medium-sized, black tunneling dung beetle with deep longitudinal furrows on the elytra. Males have a short, broad cephalic horn. It is common in South American pastures and is an important dung recycler in cattle-farming regions.
Did You Know?
This species thrives in disturbed agricultural landscapes, unlike many dung beetles that require intact forest.