Black Sexton Beetle vs Owl Midge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black Sexton Beetle | Owl Midge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Necrophorus vespilloides | Clogmia albipunctata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Silphidae | Psychodidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 2-5 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Carrion Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Cosmopolitan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Black Sexton Beetle
A remarkable burying beetle that locates small animal carcasses using acute sense of smell. Pairs work together to bury the carcass as food for their larvae. Shows sophisticated biparental care.
Did You Know?
Both parents feed their larvae mouth-to-mouth with pre-digested carrion, like birds feeding chicks.
Owl Midge
A small fuzzy moth-like fly found in bathrooms and drains worldwide. Its larvae feed on gelatinous films of bacteria inside drainage pipes.
Did You Know?
Despite living in unsanitary conditions, it is not known to transmit any diseases to humans.