Warble Fly vs Dung Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Warble Fly | Dung Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hypoderma bovis | Scarabaeus sacer |
| Order | Diptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Oestridae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 13-15 mm | 20-30 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | Africa, Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Warble Fly
A large, hairy bee-like fly whose larvae migrate through the bodies of cattle for months before emerging from cysts in the back. Adults have vestigial mouthparts and cannot feed.
Did You Know?
The buzzing of a single warble fly approaching can cause an entire herd of cattle to stampede in panic, a behavior called gadding.
Dung Beetle
Sacred to ancient Egyptians who associated them with the sun god Ra. They roll balls of dung for food and breeding. Navigate using the Milky Way.
Did You Know?
Dung beetles are the only known animals to navigate using the Milky Way — they use the band of light to roll their dung balls in a straight line.