Western Pine Beetle vs Spring Dor Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Western Pine Beetle | Spring Dor Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendroctonus brevicomis | Geotrupes vernalis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 12-20 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Heathland |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Western United States from British Columbia to Mexico | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Western Pine Beetle
A small dark brown bark beetle that attacks ponderosa pine trees. It is one of the most destructive bark beetles in western forests.
Did You Know?
It uses aggregation pheromones to coordinate mass attacks that can overwhelm a healthy tree's resin defenses.
Spring Dor Beetle
A medium-sized, metallic blue-green to violet dung beetle active in spring. Unlike other dor beetles, the metallic coloration is visible dorsally. It digs deep burrows provisioned with dung for its larvae.
Did You Know?
Despite its name, this beetle is actually most active in autumn in many parts of its range.