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Tumblebugs
Canthon sp.
38.9453, -98.4919
Field Notes
Description:
Round, about the size of an average May beetle ("June bug"), or slightly smaller. Note broad, spade-like head, short antennae, deeply serrated front legs.
Habitat:
Found on a road along a ridge above the reservoir. Arid habitat with grasses, small shrubs, scattered cedar trees, yucca.
Notes:
These are dung-rolling scarab beetles that tear off chunks of animal scat and roll the balls to a suitable location for burial. A total of four beetles were seen at this location.
Reference Links:
Genus Canthon - Tumblebugs - BugGuide.Net
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedMay 17, 2013
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