Watanabe Dung Beetle vs Polydrusus Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Watanabe Dung Beetle | Polydrusus Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Onthophagus watanabei | Polydrusus sericeus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 6-10 mm | 5-8mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Hedgerows |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Borneo, Sumatra) | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Watanabe Dung Beetle
A small, brown tunneling dung beetle from Southeast Asian forests with distinctively elongated curved horns in major males. It is a forest-interior species sensitive to habitat disturbance. Found beneath dung of wild mammals.
Did You Know?
This species disappears from logged forests, making it an indicator of old-growth forest health.
Polydrusus Weevil
A small weevil covered in brilliant green scales that sparkle in sunlight. It is commonly found on birch and hazel trees.
Did You Know?
The green coloring comes from tiny iridescent scales that rub off easily leaving the beetle looking dull brown underneath.