Screwworm Fly vs Rough-collared Dung Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Screwworm Fly | Rough-collared Dung Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cochliomyia hominivorax | Helictopleurus rudicollis |
| Order | Diptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Calliphoridae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Central America, South America, Caribbean | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Screwworm Fly
A devastating parasitic fly whose larvae feed on living tissue of warm-blooded animals. It was eradicated from North America using the sterile insect technique.
Did You Know?
The sterile male release program that eradicated it from the US is considered one of the greatest triumphs in pest control history.
Rough-collared Dung Beetle
An exclusively forest-dwelling dung beetle with a rough, heavily punctured pronotum that gives it its name. It is dark brown to black with a compact, dome-shaped body.
Did You Know?
It has never been found outside intact forest, making it an indicator species for forest health in Madagascar.