"Dung Beetles Team Up for Efficient Ball Rolling, Study Shows"

A recent study has found that certain species of dung beetles work together in male-female pairs to move and bury balls of fecal matter more efficiently, ultimately using them to breed. The beetles divide tasks based on sex, with females pushing the dung ball from behind and males pulling it from the front. This cooperative technique allows them to roll the dung away from potential rivals and overcome obstacles in their woodland habitats. The study highlights the importance of dung beetles in regulating ecosystems by processing dung, improving soil quality, and controlling parasites.