Family Scarabaeidae
These are a medium size dung beetle with a body length of between 13-18mm.
These are found only in the north eastern and western areas and are active by day.
The adults cut dung from a fresh pad and moulds it into a ball into which the female lay and egg.
Info: Field Guide to Insects of South Africa
I have never seen a dung beetle here, maybe we do not have them. I used to be able to watch them for hours in Zim and S.A. they always fascinated me. This one is a beautiful colour. Take care Diane
ReplyDeleteI really like watching them cut away a dung ball. Call me weird.
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