Robust Brown Rove Beetle vs Rhinoceros Dung Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Robust Brown Rove Beetle | Rhinoceros Dung Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ocypus brunnipes | Heliocopris dominus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 14-20 mm | 35-50 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Robust Brown Rove Beetle
A large, dark rove beetle with characteristic brown legs, found commonly in grasslands and meadows. It is a powerful nocturnal predator that shelters under stones by day.
Did You Know?
Like its relative the devil's coach horse, this beetle emits a foul smell from its white-tipped abdominal glands when threatened.
Rhinoceros Dung Beetle
A large nocturnal dung beetle found in the forests of Southeast Asia. It constructs enormous brood balls from elephant dung.
Did You Know?
Its brood balls can be the size of a tennis ball, among the largest of any dung beetle.