Dung Beetles

Author : Helen Lunn,Marcus Byrne
Publisher : Wits University Press
Page : 266 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2019-04-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781776144655

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Dance of the Dung Beetles by Helen Lunn,Marcus Byrne Pdf

The sweeping scientific and social history of the humble dung beetle The humble and industrious dung beetle is a marvelous beast: the 6,000 species identified so far are intricately entwined with human history and scientific endeavor. These night-soil collectors of the planet have been worshipped as gods, worn as jewelry, and painted by artists. More practically, they saved Hawaii from ecological blight, and rescued Australia from plagues of flies. They fertilize soil, cleanse pastures, steer by the stars, and have a unique relationship with the African elephant (along with many other ungulates). Above all, they are the ideal subject for biological study in an evolving world. In this sweeping history of more than 3,000 years, beginning with Ancient Egypt, scientist Marcus Byrne and writer Helen Lunn capture the diversity of dung beetles and their unique behavior patterns. Dung beetles’ fortunes have followed the shifts from a world dominated by a religion that symbolically incorporated them into some of its key concepts of rebirth, to a world in which science has largely separated itself from religion and alchemy. With over 6,000 species found throughout the world, these unassuming but remarkable creatures are fundamental to some of humanity’s most cherished beliefs and have been ever present in religion, art, literature, science and the environment. They are at the center of current gene research, play an important role in keeping our planet healthy, and some nocturnal dung beetles have been found to navigate by the starry skies. Outlining the development of science from the point of view of the humble dung beetle is what makes this charming story of immense interest to general readers and entomologists alike.

Author : Adrian Louis Victor Davis,Andrey V. Frolov,C. H. Scholtz
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Art
ISBN : STANFORD:36105129091307

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The African Dung Beetle Genera by Adrian Louis Victor Davis,Andrey V. Frolov,C. H. Scholtz Pdf

Author : Leigh W. Simmons,T. James Ridsdill-Smith
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 373 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2011-05-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781444333152

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Ecology and Evolution of Dung Beetles by Leigh W. Simmons,T. James Ridsdill-Smith Pdf

This book describes the evolutionary and ecological consequences of reproductive competition for scarabaeine dung beetles. As well as giving us insight into the private lives of these fascinating creatures, this book shows how dung beetles can be used as model systems for improving our general understanding of broad evolutionary and ecological processes, and how they generate biological diversity. Over the last few decades we have begun to see further than ever before, with our research efforts yielding new information at all levels of analysis, from whole organism biology to genomics. This book brings together leading researchers who contribute chapters that integrate our current knowledge of phylogenetics and evolution, developmental biology, comparative morphology, physiology, behaviour, and population and community ecology. Dung beetle research is shedding light on the ultimate question of how best to document and conserve the world's biodiversity. The book will be of interest to established researchers, university teachers, research students, conservation biologists, and those wanting to know more about the dung beetle taxon.

Author : Bernard Doube,Tim S. Marshall
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Beneficial insects
ISBN : 0992432901

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Dung Down Under by Bernard Doube,Tim S. Marshall Pdf

Book for landholders & land management organisations about benefits of dung beetles for agriculture and the environment

Author : Penny Edwards,Jane Wright,Pam Wilson
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 74 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2015-10-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781486300709

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Introduced Dung Beetles in Australia by Penny Edwards,Jane Wright,Pam Wilson Pdf

This field guide to introduced dung beetles covers all species found in Australia, including two newly introduced species. It will enable farmers, Landcare workers and the interested public to identify and learn about the basic biology of these beetles found in cattle dung.

Author : Ilkka Hanski,Yves Cambefort
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 514 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2014-07-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781400862092

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Dung Beetle Ecology by Ilkka Hanski,Yves Cambefort Pdf

In many ecosystems dung beetles play a crucial role--both ecologically and economically--in the decomposition of large herbivore dung. Their activities provide scientists with an excellent opportunity to explore biological community dynamics. This collection of essays offers a concise account of the population and community ecology of dung beetles worldwide, with an emphasis on comparisons between arctic, temperate, and tropical species assemblages. Useful insights arise from relating the vast differences in species' life histories to their population and community-level consequences. The authors also discuss changes in dung beetle faunas due to human-caused habitat alteration and examine the possible effects of introducing dung beetles to cattle-breeding areas that lack efficient native species. "With the expansion of cattle breeding areas, the ecology of dung beetles is a subject of great economic concern as well as one of intense theoretical interest. This excellent book represents an up-to-date ecological study covering important aspects of the dung beetle never before presented."--Gonzalo Halffter, Instituto de Ecologia, Mexico City Originally published in 1991. The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the original texts of these important books while presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.

Author : Martha E. H. Rustad
Publisher : Pebble
Page : 33 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2020-08
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781977126498

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Dung Beetles by Martha E. H. Rustad Pdf

"Dung beetles are the world's strongest animals. They are famous for rolling animal poop around. Their gross job is important to the world. Find out more facts about these strong insects"--Provided by publisher.

Author : Susan Stoltz
Publisher : Lyric & Stone Publishing
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2022-03-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1733759883

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Steve the Dung Beetle by Susan Stoltz Pdf

Fun book about a dung beetle named Steve who has to explain to all the animals why he likes poo so much and how important his job is to the environment.

Author : Miriam Elia
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2020-11-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0992834929

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We Survive Lockdown by Miriam Elia Pdf

In series 2a of the latest Dung Beetle guide, Mummy, John and Susan go through an indefinite period of self isolation at home during the Lockdown. In this solitary time, the children will be forcibly adapted to the 'new normal', where they have no real life fiends, no purpose, and are conditioned to see their peers as portable germ vessels. Dung Beetle is doing this for the benefit and care of the terminally ill.

Author : M Tyndale-Biscoe
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 1990-01-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780643102484

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Common Dung Beetles in Pastures of South-eastern Australia by M Tyndale-Biscoe Pdf

This is a colourful, useful and easy-to-read account of dung beetles in south-eastern Australia. The book tells why the CSIRO brought dung beetles to Australia, what they do, where they live, how to recognise them and how to help them spread. Seventeen species of imported dung beetles are described and illustrated in colour. Native beetles and beetles other than dung beetles found in dung pads are also described. Maps of the predicted and current distributions of each species follow the descriptions.

Author : Rebecca Johnson
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 26 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2015-07-15
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781477755365

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Danny the Dung Beetle by Rebecca Johnson Pdf

What’s that smell? It’s Danny the dung beetle rolling by with today’s meal. Readers will delight in this fact-based story that follows Danny and his beetle friends as they prove just how important their role in the ecosystem really is. Bright visuals illustrate the story, while an engaging narrative hooks even the most reluctant reader. Readers will learn how dung beetles live, what they eat, and which animals rely on them. The whimsical story makes learning facts about dung beetles relatable and fun. The high-interest approach supplements elementary life science curricula in a fun, dynamic way.

Author : Cheryl Bardoe
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2018-04-10
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781580895552

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Behold the Beautiful Dung Beetle by Cheryl Bardoe Pdf

Dung is a precious pile of food and drink for these beetles. Simple science text and dramatic illustrations give a close-up view of the fascinating world of the dung beetle. When an animal lightens its load, dung beetles race to the scene. They battle over, devour, hoard, and lay their eggs in the precious poop. Dung is food, drink, and fuel for new life—as crucial to these beetles as the beetles are to many habitats, including our own. Back matter includes instructions for finding dung beetles, fun facts, glossary, and a selected bibliography.

Author : Mark Pett
Publisher : Roaring Brook Press
Page : 25 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2021-10-26
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781250859198

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I Eat Poop. by Mark Pett Pdf

In the vein of Please Don't Eat Me and We Don't Eat Our Classmates, I Eat Poop. by Mark Pett is a heartwarming and hilarious picture book about friendship, fitting in, and accepting each other's differences. Dougie has a secret: he’s not a ground beetle. He’s a dung beetle, and he loves eating poop. Dougie knows he should be proud. Dung beetles help process waste and do other extraordinary things! But Dougie also knows that if anyone at school saw his lunch, he’d be an outcast. One day, the lunchroom bugs out over a classmate eating poop, and Dougie must make a choice. Can he stand up for his friend—and for his true self? I Eat Poop. is packed with important social emotional learning themes and is great for classroom or at home discussion. Read I Eat Poop. for conversations about: - Bullying and being kind - Standing up for your friends and speaking up for your beliefs - Being proud of your culture and heritage - Embracing diversity and accepting and celebrating differences The book also includes incredible, STEM-related facts about bugs.

Author : Andrew Hipp
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2005-12-15
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781404255685

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Dung Beetles by Andrew Hipp Pdf

Introduces the life and habits of the dung beetle, which obtains food, water, and shelter from the droppings of cattle, bison, and other large herbivores.

Author : Miriam Elia,Ezra Elia
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 46 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Art
ISBN : 0992834910

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We Go to the Gallery by Miriam Elia,Ezra Elia Pdf

Have you taken children to a gallery recently? Did you struggle to explain the work to them in plain , simple English? With this new Dung Beetle book, both parents and young children can learn about contemporary art, and understand many of its key themes. Join John and Susan on their exciting journey through the art exhibition, where, with Mummy's help, they will discover the real meaning of all the contemporary art works from empty rooms, to vagina paintings or giant inflatable dogs.