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Gazelle Scarab

Digitonthophagus gazella

Photo by Brian38
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Field Notes

Description:

The Gazelle Scarab is a small dark brown dung beetle that was introduced into Texas in 1970.

Habitat:

Attracted to lights in my backyard. Deciduous forest nearby.

Reference Links:

Species Digitonthophagus gazella - Gazelle Scarab - BugGuide.Net

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