Farmyard Midge vs Dung Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Farmyard Midge | Dung Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Culicoides nubeculosus | Scarabaeus sacer |
| Order | Diptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Ceratopogonidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 2 mm | 20-30 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Africa, Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Farmyard Midge
A tiny biting midge that breeds in mud contaminated by dung or sewage. Adults suck blood from horses and cattle. Can transmit bluetongue virus and African horse sickness.
Did You Know?
Despite being only 2mm long, it is the primary vector of bluetongue virus, a devastating livestock disease.
Dung Beetle
Sacred to ancient Egyptians who associated them with the sun god Ra. They roll balls of dung for food and breeding. Navigate using the Milky Way.
Did You Know?
Dung beetles are the only known animals to navigate using the Milky Way — they use the band of light to roll their dung balls in a straight line.