Cylindrical Tachinid vs Spring Dor Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cylindrical Tachinid | Spring Dor Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cylindromyia brassicaria | Geotrupes vernalis |
| Order | Diptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Tachinidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 12-20 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Parasites | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cylindrical Tachinid
A slender, wasp-like parasitic fly with a narrow cylindrical abdomen. Parasitizes shieldbugs by laying eggs directly onto the host. Found in warm, flower-rich habitats.
Did You Know?
Its wasp-like appearance is a remarkable case of mimicry in a group of true flies.
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.