Onthophagus oklahomensis

Brown, 1927

Onthophagus oklahomensis is a of dung beetle in the Scarabaeidae, first described by Brown in 1927. It belongs to the Onthophagus, a large and diverse group of tunneler dung beetles known for their ecological role in nutrient recycling. The species is documented from the southeastern and south-central United States, with records extending from Oklahoma eastward to the Atlantic coast. Like other members of its genus, it is presumed to be associated with mammal , though specific ecological studies on this species are limited.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Onthophagus oklahomensis: /ˌɒnθəˈfæɡəs ˌoʊkləˈhoʊmɛnsɪs/

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Distribution

United States (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia); Hawaii; Oceania (region broadly cited, specific localities unclear).

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Taxonomic note

The Wikipedia entry stating this is found in 'Oceania' appears to be erroneous or outdated. GBIF distribution records indicate a Nearctic distribution centered on the southeastern and south-central United States, with Hawaii as the only Pacific record. The Oceania citation may reflect a data error or misinterpretation of geographic boundaries.

Research gaps

Despite being described nearly a century ago, O. oklahomensis has received minimal focused study. Available literature consists primarily of taxonomic descriptions and faunal surveys; no dedicated ecological or behavioral research has been published on this specifically.