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dull dung beetle - Onthophagus hecate
Copyright © 2005 Jim McClarin

dull dung beetle - Onthophagus hecate
Hollis, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, USA
June 20, 2005
Size: 8 mm
Shows front tibia for ID purposes.

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Contributed by Jim McClarin on 26 June, 2005 - 8:51am
Last updated 27 June, 2005 - 8:25am

O. hecate
Female Onthophagus hecate
… Phillip Harpootlian, 27 June, 2005 - 8:24am

 
Oh good!
Why does mine look like a comparative fuzz-ball compared to the others in the guide? Is it just my lighting?

I think I caught a male Saturday. I haven't photographed it yet.

Any thoughts on H2S as an attractant?
… Jim McClarin, 27 June, 2005 - 10:44pm

 
lighting
It appears your lighting is more diffuse, making the hairs more distinct.

I don't recall reading anything specifically about H2S as an attractant, but it sure makes sense.
… Phillip Harpootlian, 28 June, 2005 - 10:16am

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