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Dung beetle

Photo by KarenL
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Field Notes

Description:

Dung beetles are beetles that feed partly or exclusively on feces.

Habitat:

Cumberland River trail, Ashland City

Notes:

1/2" dung beetle doing his thing!

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PublishedApril 19, 2013

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