All Posts Tagged ‘Burying Beetle’

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(Multi-Photo)*** Don’t see people as draft horses to pull heavy loads for you; see them as…

October 27, 2014
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Don’t see people as draft horses to pull heavy loads for you; see them as thoroughbreds that are splendid companions.

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[This Burying Beetle is feeding upon a Bracket Mushroom.  It would also gladly feed on horse dung or other such material, as well as animal carrion, fallen fruit, and decaying vegetable matter.  They are part of nature’s disposal service. The Burying Beetle is mainly found in wooden habitats.]

Fungus Feeder (1). Photo by Thomas Peace 2014

Fungus Feeder (1). Photo by Thomas Peace 2014

Fungus Feeder (2). Photo by Thomas Peace 2014

Fungus Feeder (2). Photo by Thomas Peace 2014

 

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(Multi-photo)*** Real perception is direct and present… not second-hand and hand-me-down.

August 23, 2014
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Real perception is direct and present… not second-hand and hand-me-down.

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[This insect is a Burying Beetle. These beetles bury the carcass of a small bird or mammal in a shallow pit.  Their larvae hatch and feed on the carcass; adults feed on carrion and fly larvae. Eating fly larvae gets rid of your competition while providing you with lots of needed protein.]

Stealing some sweets. (1) Photo by Thomas Peace 2014

Stealing some sweets. (1) Photo by Thomas Peace 2014

Stealing some sweets (2). Photo by Thomas Peace 2014

Stealing some sweets (2). Photo by Thomas Peace 2014