Seven-spotted Ladybird vs Red-Shouldered Aphodius
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Seven-spotted Ladybird | Red-Shouldered Aphodius |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hippodamia variegata | Aphodius rufipes |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Coccinellidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 10-13 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Seven-spotted Ladybird
A small, variably marked ladybird that is an important predator of aphids in agricultural settings. Often found in open, dry habitats. Less well-known than the common seven-spot.
Did You Know?
Despite sharing a similar common name, this species is more tolerant of hot, dry conditions than the familiar seven-spot ladybird.
Red-Shouldered Aphodius
A medium-sized dweller dung beetle that is entirely black except for reddish-brown leg joints. It is strongly attracted to lights at night and is one of the larger European Aphodius species. Larvae develop inside cattle dung.
Did You Know?
On warm summer nights, large numbers can be seen flying to artificial lights near cattle pastures.