Cicatricosus Scarab vs Large Yellow Underwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cicatricosus Scarab | Large Yellow Underwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Scarabaeus cicatricosus | Noctua pronuba |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 18-25 mm | 50-60 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Iberian Peninsula, North Africa | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cicatricosus Scarab
A medium-sized dark roller with a rough, pitted exoskeleton that gives it a scarred appearance. It inhabits coastal sandy areas and constructs dung balls from rabbit and livestock dung. Active primarily at dusk.
Did You Know?
The rough texture of its exoskeleton helps it grip sand as it rolls dung balls across dune habitats.
Large Yellow Underwing
One of the most abundant moths in Europe with bright yellow-orange hindwings bordered in black. It is strongly attracted to light at night.
Did You Know?
It has successfully invaded North America and is now one of the most commonly found moths at porch lights across the continent.