Silky Chlaenius vs Stag-Horned Dung Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Silky Chlaenius | Stag-Horned Dung Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chlaenius vestitus | Onthophagus rangifer |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 7-12 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Silky Chlaenius
A medium-sized ground beetle covered in fine silky pubescence giving it a velvety green appearance. It is commonly found near water and emits a strong defensive odor when handled.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, it releases a pungent, leathery-smelling chemical from defensive glands that is so strong it can be detected from several feet away.
Stag-Horned Dung Beetle
A small, dark brown tunneling dung beetle with spectacularly branched antler-like horns in major males. The branching horns resemble reindeer antlers. It inhabits forest habitats where it tunnels beneath monkey and civet dung.
Did You Know?
The branching horns of this beetle are some of the most complex found in any insect species.