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Beetles (Coleoptera)
Scarab beetles (Scarabaeidae)
Sighting 4509022

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Identification history

Onthophagus sp. (genus) 4 Jan 2024 SteveBorkowskis
Unverified 12 Sep 2023 SteveBorkowskis

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Dung Beetle was flying around and landed next to scat seen in photo 5. Assuming it is a Kangaroo or Wallaroo scat as both were common in the area, cattle are also within 500m of this location. Photos include top and bottom view of beetle to assist in ID.

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Additional information

  • Alive / healthy Animal health
  • 5mm to 12mm Animal size
  • False Pollinator Insect on Flower

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