Striped Dung Beetle vs Anophthalmus Cave Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Striped Dung Beetle | Anophthalmus Cave Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Paragymnopleurus striatus | Anophthalmus hitleri |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 10-16 mm | 5-6 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Caves |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Southeast Asia | Slovenia (a few caves near Celje) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Striped Dung Beetle
A small to medium roller dung beetle with faint longitudinal striations on the elytra. It is black with a slightly convex profile and very active in daylight. Commonly found at fresh cattle dung across its range.
Did You Know?
This species can arrive at a fresh dung pat within seconds of it being deposited.
Anophthalmus Cave Beetle
A small, blind, depigmented cave beetle found in only a handful of caves in Slovenia. It has elongated legs and antennae for navigating in total darkness and was described in 1937.
Did You Know?
Its unfortunate scientific name, given in 1937, has made it a target for collectors who prize specimens for the name alone, contributing to its rarity.