Spring Dor Beetle vs Ruby Tiger Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spring Dor Beetle | Ruby Tiger Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Geotrupes vernalis | Phragmatobia fuliginosa |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Arctiidae |
| Size | 12-20 mm | 28-35 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia, North America |
| 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.
Ruby Tiger Moth
A small tiger moth with dark brownish-red forewings and rosy-red hindwings spotted with black. It is common across the northern hemisphere and flies both day and night.
Did You Know?
The hairy caterpillar can survive being frozen solid during winter and resumes feeding when it thaws.