Ruby-Legged Dung Beetle vs Widefooted Treehopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ruby-Legged Dung Beetle | Widefooted Treehopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Onthophagus medius | Campylenchia latipes |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Membracidae |
| Size | 6-10 mm | 6-8 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Africa, South Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ruby-Legged Dung Beetle
A small, dark bronze tunneling dung beetle with reddish-brown legs found in parts of Africa and Asia. Males have a pair of short horns. It is commonly found in cattle pastures and plays a role in parasite control.
Did You Know?
By burying dung, this beetle reduces habitat for parasitic flies that affect livestock health.
Widefooted Treehopper
A North American treehopper with a distinctly angular pronotum and flattened tibiae. It is commonly found on herbaceous vegetation in open habitats.
Did You Know?
Its widened leg segments are thought to help it grip plant stems in windy open habitats.