Stellate Dung Beetle vs Tawny-edged Skipper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Stellate Dung Beetle | Tawny-edged Skipper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gymnopleurus humanus | Polites themistocles |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Hesperiidae |
| Size | 10-16 mm | 20-27 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Predators | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Sub-Saharan Africa | Eastern and Central North America |
| 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.
Tawny-edged Skipper
A small brown skipper with a warm orange-tawny leading edge on the forewing. It is one of the most common grass skippers in eastern North America but is easily overlooked.
Did You Know?
It is named after the ancient Athenian general Themistocles, following a tradition of naming skippers after classical figures.