Sicardi's Dung Beetle vs Cigarette Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sicardi's Dung Beetle | Cigarette Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Helictopleurus sicardi | Lasioderma serricorne |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Ptinidae |
| Size | 8-13 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Gardens |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Madagascar | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Not Evaluated |
Sicardi's Dung Beetle
A compact forest dung beetle with a glossy black body and strongly punctured elytra. Males have a small but distinct cephalic horn used in competitive encounters.
Did You Know?
It is part of the ancient Helictopleurus radiation that diverged from continental African dung beetles over 30 million years ago.
Cigarette Beetle
A tiny, reddish-brown beetle that infests stored tobacco, spices, and dried foods. It is one of the most widespread stored-product pests.
Did You Know?
It can chew through tin foil and even reportedly survives eating dried chili peppers.