Spring Dor Beetle
Spring Dor Beetle Facts
| Size | 0.5-0.8 in (12-20 mm) |
| Speed | Unknown |
| Weight | Unknown |
| Lifespan | 2-3 years |
| Food | Dung |
| Predators | Birds, snakes |
| Habitat | Europe |
| Order | Beetles |
| Suborder | Polyphaga |
| Family | Earth-boring dung beetles |
| Scientific name | Geotrupes vernalis |
| Characteristics | Looks after its young |
Main Characteristics
Spring dor beetles are small beetles that belong to the dung beetle family. They live in forests and especially like sandy soils and feed on droppings.
Origin
Where Does the Name Come From?
Spring dung beetles can be spotted with the first rays of sunshine in March. That's how they got their name. They will be active until November.
Anatomy and Appearance
How Do Spring Dor Beetles Look Like?
Spring dung beetles have a groove on their carapace and "feathered" legs. They boast a metallic shimmer, either blue, green or blue-black. You can even find dark purple spring dor beetles on North Sea islands. They have their own name in these region: geotrupes vernalis insularis. “Insula” is Latin for “island”.
Reproduction
The young spring dor beetles make their appearance in May.
