Nicrophorus vespillo
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19 Aug 2010 - Nicrophorus vespillo. Copyright Peter Drury 2010
Beetle ColeopteraCarrion or burying beetle SilphidaenatureNicrophorinaeNicrophorus vespilloPlant Farm Waterlooville
PeterD-2009
on August 20, 2010Thanks for your comments Ethan. The creatures on its wing casing are Mites. Unlike those you see on Butterflies, these are using the Beetle as a means of transport only. The ultimate in cheap budget air travel sit on the outside and cling on for life.
Ethan Winning
on August 20, 2010Nice macro, Peter. What's on its back? Lice or some other nefarious creatures?