Dung Beetle
Jamie spotted this not-so-little dung beetle in the grass, possibly arrived via the manure.
What a beauty. This dung beetle (dor beetle) is one of our largest and, due to the shape of its head, I think this particular one (after checking here) is the Geotrupes stercorarius.
It always surprises me to see how hairy some of these insects are up close and look at the amazing details on the legs and antennae - fascinating.
I really like the metallic sheen on the edges and then when it falls onto it's back - look at that!
I do love these pics of yours. In fact, I wouldn't mind being an insect in your plot.
ReplyDeleteThankyou! You know you’d be well fed!
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