Introduced Dung Beetles in Australia

A Pocket Field Guide

Penny Edwards, Pam Wilson, Jane Wright

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Spiral bound

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CSIRO Publishing
01 August 2015

Insects (entomology); Wildlife: butterflies, other insects & spiders

This field guide to introduced dung beetles in Australia covers all species found in Australia, including two newly introduced species. It will enable farmers, Landcare workers and the interested public to identify and learn about the basic biology of these beetles found in cattle dung.

ABC Radio National explains more about the fun life of the dung beetle in their piece Eat poo, have sex, die happy

By: Penny Edwards, Pam Wilson, Jane Wright
Imprint: CSIRO Publishing
Country of Publication: Australia
Dimensions: Height: 105mm, Width: 165mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 95g
ISBN: 9781486300693
ISBN 10: 1486300693
Publication Date: 01 August 2015
Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , ELT Advanced , Undergraduate
Format: Spiral bound
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Introduced Dung Beetles in Australia: A Pocket Field Guide

This handy pocket guide, perfect for glove-boxes...will be a great resource for landholders, landcare groups and anyone who wants to identify and learn more about these amazing insects and the valuable role they play in our landscapes by enhancing pastures, improving soil health and reducing parasites. --Bruce Lord, Land for Wildlife South East Queensland This handy, pocket-sized and laminated field guide...will enable farmers, landcare workers and interested punters to identify and learn about the basic biology of these beetles found in cattle dung. Go and see what you can find! -- Grass Roots