Tumblebug (Canthon sp) | Project Noah

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Photo by Felix Fleck

Published on Project Noah

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Field Notes

Description:

A well-deserved break! This dung beetle had a breather while doing a hand stand on its ball of dung. The beetle was about 17mm long, glossy black with the typical shovel-like head.

Habitat:

Found in 'El Cimatario', a national park in semi-arid area just outside the city. The rainy season is now in full swing and many animals are venturing out.