About Malagasy Dung Beetle
A medium-sized, dark-bodied tunneling dung beetle endemic to Madagascar. Males have pronotal ridges. It processes lemur and tenrec dung in the island's unique forests. Threatened by deforestation of Madagascar's remaining forests.
Did You Know?
The dung beetles of Madagascar evolved in isolation and many species are found nowhere else on Earth.
Distribution
Where Malagasy Dung Beetle can be found
Seasonal Activity
Peak activity
Moderate
Low / dormant
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Orbitrock. (2026). Malagasy Dung Beetle (Helictopleurus neoamplicollis). Retrieved from https://orbitrock.com/insect/malagasy-dung-beetle
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