All you need to know about these soil engineers
Why do dung beetles make dung balls?
Some dung beetles make a dung ball and bury to eat, meanwhile some make the ball to lay eggs; later their larvae live in and feed on it.
Do dung beetles use the stars to navigate?
Dung beetles use the sun as a guide for navigation while rolling their dung ball. Some are also known to use the moon. The nocturnal African dung beetles orient themselves based on the Milky way.
Do dung beetles eat dung?
Yes, dung beetles eat dung however their diet is varied. They eat herbivore dung, carnivore poop, mushrooms, carrion and decaying leaves. Many feed on the liquid mix in dung and this is why finding the right dung pile is important.
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