Nordic Dor Beetle vs Tansy Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Nordic Dor Beetle | Tansy Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Geotrupes stercorarius | Chrysolina graminis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Geotrupidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 12-20 mm | 7-11mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Scandinavia, Finland, northern Russia, Scotland, subarctic Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Nordic Dor Beetle
A large, rounded, metallic blue-black dung beetle with ridged elytra. Adults dig deep burrows beneath animal dung for egg-laying. They are strong fliers and are often attracted to fresh dung of reindeer and livestock.
Did You Know?
These beetles can bury an entire cow pat overnight, providing essential nutrient recycling services in northern grasslands.
Tansy Beetle
A stunning metallic green and copper beetle covered in tiny pits. It is one of the rarest beetles in Britain.
Did You Know?
In the UK it survives in only a small stretch along the River Ouse near York making it one of Britains most localized insects.