A small scarab beetle species belonging to the Scarabaeidae family, native to European regions with temperate ecosystems. An important member of coprophagous insects involved in decomposition processes.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Found in pastures, grasslands, and agricultural landscapes across temperate European regions, particularly in areas with significant livestock populations
Ecological Role
Critical role in nutrient cycling, soil health maintenance, and ecosystem waste decomposition through dung processing and recycling organic matter
Morphology
SKIN COATDark brown to black coloration, hard chitinous exoskeleton with slight surface texture
LIMBS WINGSSix robust legs with specialized tarsi for digging and manipulating dung, functional wing covers (elytra) for flight protection
HEAD SENSORYProminent antennae with specialized sensory receptors for detecting dung sources, compound eyes adapted for detecting movement
BODY STRUCTURESmall beetle, typically 6-9 mm in length, compact exoskeleton with rounded thorax and abdomen
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Francisco Welter-Schultes
