Onthophagus altivagans
Howden & Génier, 2004
Onthophagus altivagans is a of dung beetle in the Scarabaeidae, described by Howden and Génier in 2004. The species belongs to the Onthophagus, a diverse group of tunneling dung beetles known for their ecological importance in nutrient cycling and soil aeration. The specific epithet 'altivagans' suggests association with high elevations or wandering at altitude.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Onthophagus altivagans: //ɒnˈθɒfəɡəs ælˈtɪvəɡənz//
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Distribution
Recorded from the Nearctic region (Arizona, USA) and the Neotropical region (Durango and Sonora, Mexico).