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Dung beetle

Canthon spp.

Photo by Aaron_G
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Field Notes

Description:

Purplish-black beetle that was found on a forest trail. It had at least one mite hiding on its underside.

Habitat:

Wooded area

Reference Links:

Genus Canthon - Tumblebugs - BugGuide.Net

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