Onthophagus cavernicollis
Howden & Cartwright, 1963
Cave-dwelling Dung Beetle
Onthophagus cavernicollis is a in the , first described by Howden and Cartwright in 1963. The species epithet "cavernicollis" suggests a possible association with cave or subterranean , though specific ecological details remain limited. Like other members of the Onthophagus, it is presumed to be a -feeding involved in nutrient recycling. The species has been documented in the south-central United States.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Onthophagus cavernicollis: /ɒnˈθɑfəgəs kæˌvɜrnɪˈkɒlɪs/
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Distribution
Nearctic region: United States (Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas). GBIF records confirm presence in these four states.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
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