Round Sand Beetle vs Fungus Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Round Sand Beetle | Fungus Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Omophron limbatum | Platyrhinus resinosus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Anthribidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 8-15 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa, western Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Round Sand Beetle
A highly distinctive, nearly circular ground beetle with a domed shape and striking pattern of pale yellow with dark green bands. It burrows in wet sand near water.
Did You Know?
Its nearly spherical body shape is unique among ground beetles and allows it to burrow rapidly into wet sand to escape predators or floods.
Fungus Weevil
A broad-nosed weevil with mottled brown and white patterning resembling tree bark. It is associated with fungus-infected deadwood.
Did You Know?
Males have antennae nearly as long as their entire body.