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Dung Beetle

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From the archives of Discovery: Catch a glimpse of the unique dung beetle collecting dung for transport. Learn more about dung beetles.

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Dung Beetle Gathering Dung (1:37)

From the archives of Discovery: The dung beetle is named for its unique method of gathering dung. Check out this video to learn more about dung beetles and dung gathering.

Dung Beetle Flying (1:43)

From the archives of Discovery: Take a look at flight through this beetle's perspective. Learn more about dung beetles, insects, and flight.

Dung Beetle Soaring (1:43)

From the archives of Discovery: Take a look at flight through this beetle's perspective. Learn more about dung beetles, insects, and flight.

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Dung Beetle Soaring (1:43)

From the archives of Discovery: Take a look at flight through this beetle's perspective. Learn more about dung beetles, insects, and flight.

Dung Beetle Gathering Dung (1:37)

From the archives of Discovery: The dung beetle is named for its unique method of gathering dung. Check out this video to learn more about dung beetles and dung gathering.

Dung Beetle Flying (1:43)

From the archives of Discovery: Take a look at flight through this beetle's perspective. Learn more about dung beetles, insects, and flight.

Dung Beetle (2:07)

From the archives of Discovery: Catch a glimpse of the unique dung beetle collecting dung for transport. Learn more about dung beetles.