Striped Dung Beetle vs Chinese Rhagophthalmid Glowworm
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Striped Dung Beetle | Chinese Rhagophthalmid Glowworm |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Paragymnopleurus striatus | Rhagophthalmus lufengensis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Rhagophthalmidae |
| Size | 10-16 mm | 10-18 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Southeast Asia | East Asia, China |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Chinese Rhagophthalmid Glowworm
A bioluminescent beetle from southern China with larviform females that emit a steady greenish glow from ventral light organs. Males have well-developed wings but vestigial mouthparts.
Did You Know?
This species has been studied for its unique luciferase, which differs significantly from that of the related firefly family Lampyridae.