Stag-Horned Dung Beetle vs Golden-tabbed Robber Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Stag-Horned Dung Beetle | Golden-tabbed Robber Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Onthophagus rangifer | Choerades marginatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Asilidae |
| Size | 7-12 mm | 15-22mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Southeast Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Golden-tabbed Robber Fly
A large bristly brown robber fly with golden hair tufts that ambushes prey from sunny perches on logs.
Did You Know?
Sits motionless on sun-warmed logs waiting for insects to fly past, then launches with explosive speed to intercept.