Red Soldier Beetle vs Dung Beetle Navigator
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red Soldier Beetle | Dung Beetle Navigator |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rhagonycha fulva | Scarabaeus lamarcki |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cantharidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 8-10 mm | 20-30 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Southern Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red Soldier Beetle
A very common soldier beetle in Europe with orange-red elytra tipped in black. It is one of the most familiar beetles on hogweed and other umbellifer flowers.
Did You Know?
In the UK it is commonly known as the bloodsucker beetle, though it is completely harmless to humans.
Dung Beetle Navigator
A medium-sized dung beetle from South Africa that navigates using celestial cues. It has been a key species in understanding insect navigation.
Did You Know?
It is the first animal proven to use the Milky Way as a navigational aid for orientation.