Cushion : Red-breasted Carrion Beetle (Oiceoptoma thoracicum) adult, feeding on fox-scavenged bones, Powys, Wales, April
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Red-breasted Carrion Beetle (Oiceoptoma thoracicum) adult, feeding on fox-scavenged bones, Powys, Wales, April
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 9671551
© FLPA/Richard Becker
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Nature's Cleanup Crew - Red-breasted Carrion Beetle Dines in Style!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot, we witness the incredible dining habits of the Red-breasted Carrion Beetle. Hailing from Powys, Wales, this adult beetle fearlessly feasts on fox-scavenged bones with utmost gusto! Talk about a true connoisseur of carrion cuisine! With its vibrant red breast and determined gaze, our star insect effortlessly navigates through the remains left behind by nature's circle of life. This arthropod delicately scours the carcase for every last morsel, showcasing its impeccable scavenging skills. April showers may bring flowers, but they also beckon these fascinating creatures out to play. As spring blankets the temperate landscapes of Europe, including beautiful British Wales, it seems that even beetles have a taste for adventure! Silently working behind the scenes as part of Mother Nature's cleanup crew, these resourceful insects demonstrate their vital role in maintaining ecological balance. They remind us that no matter how grim or unappealing something may seem to us humans, there is always beauty and purpose to be found. So next time you stumble upon a pile of bones while exploring Welsh wildlife wonders or any other corner of our planet's rich biodiversity – take a moment to appreciate these unsung heroes like our charming Red-breasted Carrion Beetle. After all, without them diligently devouring carcasses and recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem, who knows what mess we would find
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