Spring Dor Beetle vs Coppered White-spotted Flower Chafer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spring Dor Beetle | Coppered White-spotted Flower Chafer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Geotrupes vernalis | Protaetia cuprea |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 12-20 mm | 15-22 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Orchards |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Spring Dor Beetle
A medium-sized, metallic blue-green to violet dung beetle active in spring. Unlike other dor beetles, the metallic coloration is visible dorsally. It digs deep burrows provisioned with dung for its larvae.
Did You Know?
Despite its name, this beetle is actually most active in autumn in many parts of its range.
Coppered White-spotted Flower Chafer
A coppery-bronze chafer beetle with small white spots scattered across its elytra. It feeds in large flowers during warm summer days.
Did You Know?
Its metallic coloration changes between copper, green, and violet depending on the angle of light.