Cicatricosus Scarab vs Satellite Flesh Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cicatricosus Scarab | Satellite Flesh Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Scarabaeus cicatricosus | Sarcophaga africa |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Sarcophagidae |
| Size | 18-25 mm | 8-14 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Carrion Feeders |
| Regions | Iberian Peninsula, North Africa | Africa, Asia, Southern Europe |
| 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.
Satellite Flesh Fly
A tropical flesh fly that deposits larvae on carcasses and open wounds. It can cause myiasis in livestock and occasionally in humans.
Did You Know?
It can complete its entire larval development in carrion in as little as four days in warm conditions.