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Dung beetle
Catharsius molossus
28.0983, 77.0394
Field Notes
Description:
Large beetles usually dull black, sometimes shiny and some have lengthwise ridges. They are also called tumble bugs. The head and the pronotum are often broad, and in many species, those of males are adorned with horns or other projections.
Notes:
I have memories of watching them fly in sometimes and land upside down and the amazing thing about rolling the earthy ball of dung.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedAugust 24, 2013
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