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πŸͺ² Beetles

Ruby-Legged Dung Beetle

Onthophagus medius

About

A small, dark bronze tunneling dung beetle with reddish-brown legs found in parts of Africa and Asia. Males have a pair of short horns. It is commonly found in cattle pastures and plays a role in parasite control.

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Did You Know?

By burying dung, this beetle reduces habitat for parasitic flies that affect livestock health.