Cicatricosus Scarab vs Rothschild's Jewel Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cicatricosus Scarab | Rothschild's Jewel Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Scarabaeus cicatricosus | Madecassia rothschildi |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Buprestidae |
| Size | 18-25 mm | 30-45 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Iberian Peninsula, North Africa | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
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.
Rothschild's Jewel Beetle
A magnificent jewel beetle with metallic green and copper elytra adorned with intricate patterns. It is one of the most prized Malagasy buprestids among collectors.
Did You Know?
Named after the Rothschild family, famous patrons of natural history, this beetle's iridescent shell retains its color indefinitely after death.