Stellate Dung Beetle vs Slender Robber Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Stellate Dung Beetle | Slender Robber Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gymnopleurus humanus | Leptogaster cylindrica |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Asilidae |
| Size | 10-16 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Meadows |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Sub-Saharan Africa | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Stellate Dung Beetle
A medium-sized, glossy black roller found in African savannas. It has a nearly perfectly spherical body when viewed from the side. An extremely fast roller that can outpace many predators on flat terrain.
Did You Know?
Its near-perfect spherical body shape is an adaptation that makes it difficult for predators to grasp.
Slender Robber Fly
A delicate, narrow-bodied robber fly with an extremely slender abdomen. It hunts small insects among tall grass stems.
Did You Know?
Its thread-like abdomen makes it almost invisible when resting on grass stems.