African Dung Beetle neateuchus proboscideus
The (African Dung) Beetle (neateuchus proboscideus) is one of the very few decomposers that live in the African savanna grassland due to the many scavengers that live in the grassland biome. This specific type of beetle specializes in the decomposition of 'dung' (poop). Once the beetle has located the dung of a native animal, it rolls it into a ball, and then either bury the balls or pack them into furrows. This prevents flies from breeding into the dung and releases the nutrients in the dung into the ground, like a natural fertilizer. This fertilizer is extremely helpful for the growth and development of strength of local plants.
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