Reticulated Beetle vs African Dung Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Reticulated Beetle | African Dung Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tenomerga cinerea | Scarabaeus rugosus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cupedidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 15-22 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Heathland |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Southern Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Reticulated Beetle
A living fossil from one of the most ancient beetle families still extant.
Did You Know?
Its family dates back to the Triassic period over 230 million years ago.
African Dung Beetle
A medium-sized, roughly textured black roller beetle found in southern African sandy habitats. It has prominent teeth on the clypeus and strong forelegs. Active during daylight hours, rolling dung on sand.
Did You Know?
On hot sand, this beetle will perform a stilting behavior, standing on tiptoe to reduce contact with the burning surface.