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Dung beetle

Canthon spp.

Description:

These beetles are often found rolling dung, but can sometimes be found on carrion. They are most associated with cattle pastures, where dung is more than plentiful.

Notes:

This beetle was attracted to the droppings of an Aldabra tortoise at Tulsa Zoo.

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Aaron_G
Spotted by
Aaron_G

Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA

Spotted on Oct 9, 2011
Submitted on Nov 26, 2012

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