ENT 532 (2024): Scarabaeidae
Three scarab beetles were observed gathered near a patch of grass at the edge of a field, their robust, glossy bodies gleaming under the late afternoon sun. The trio appeared to be engaging in some sort of interaction: two beetles pushed and nudged each other, their legs locked briefly in what seemed like a struggle, while the third beetle moved in circles around them. This interactive behavior suggested competition, possibly over a resource hidden beneath the soil, such as dung or decaying organic matter. The two wrestling beetles exhibited strength, using their spade-like legs to attempt to shove the other away. Despite the apparent conflict, their movements were measured, almost ritualistic, as if governed by an unspoken set of rules.
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Work Title | ENT 532 (2024): Scarabaeidae |
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License | CC BY 4.0 (Attribution) |
Work Type | Video |
Publication Date | December 3, 2024 |
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DOI | doi:10.26207/0698-jh20 |
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Deposited | December 03, 2024 |
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