Rough Alpine Weevil vs Sinuate-horned Dung Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rough Alpine Weevil | Sinuate-horned Dung Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Otiorhynchus rugosus | Helictopleurus sinuatocornis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 12-17 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Grasslands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern Alps, Carpathians | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Rough Alpine Weevil
A heavily sculptured flightless weevil of mountain habitats. Its rough exoskeleton helps it blend in with rocky substrates.
Did You Know?
Its deeply grooved elytra are fused shut, making flight impossible.
Sinuate-horned Dung Beetle
A medium-sized dung beetle named for the sinuate or wavy shape of the male's cephalic horn. Its body is dark brown with a strongly convex pronotum.
Did You Know?
Males with the most elaborately curved horns tend to win fights over dung balls, gaining access to mates.