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Mimonthophagus apicehirtus Dung Beetle C.A.R.
£4.95
Dung Beetle
Sex: Male or FM
Quality: A- (average) Not perfect, loose body parts, missing leg joints. Expect to do some repairs. Not for beginners, nevertheless a rare collectable
Format: Papered/unmounted
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Description
Description
Taxonomy Identification: Family Scarabaeidae, First named by D’Orbigny in 1915.
Colour: A tan brown beetle with reddish markings on elytra.
Size: Length 6-10mm
Comments & Applications: A very small member of the scarab family, a specialist species for serious collectors. Recorded from moist savanna in West and Central Africa, larvae feed on Elephant dung. Ideal for closeup macro photography or taxonomy
Format: Unmounted, papered, requires relaxing and setting
More information: Wikipedia