Subustus Longhorn Beetle vs Flat-Horned Dung Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Subustus Longhorn Beetle | Flat-Horned Dung Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Toxitiades subustus | Onthophagus planicornis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 7-12 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Madagascar | Sub-Saharan Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Subustus Longhorn Beetle
A dark-bodied longhorn beetle with singed-looking brownish elytra and moderately long antennae. It is endemic to Madagascar and belongs to a genus with limited distribution.
Did You Know?
Its Latin name 'subustus' means slightly burnt, referring to the smoky brown coloration of its wing covers.
Flat-Horned Dung Beetle
A small, dark tunneling dung beetle with laterally flattened horns in major males. Found in tropical Africa, it is a rapid responder to fresh dung. Females construct multiple brood balls in underground chambers.
Did You Know?
This species was among those exported to Australia as part of the CSIRO Dung Beetle Project.