Melinopterus prodromus
(Brahm, 1790)
Melinopterus prodromus is a small scarab beetle in the Scarabaeidae, Aphodiinae. It is native to the Palearctic region and has been introduced to North America, where it is established as an . The species was formerly classified under the Aphodius. It is one of the more frequently observed aphodiine dung beetles in temperate regions.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Melinopterus prodromus: /ˌmɛlɪˈnɒptərəs ˈproʊdrəməs/
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Distribution
Native to the Palearctic region including Europe, North Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia. Introduced and established in North America, with records across Canada (Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan) and the northern United States (Colorado, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Virginia).