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Importance of dung beetles

dung beetles

In this short video former PhD student Dr Ali Birkett tells us about her research and why dung beetles are so important to the environment.

Have you ever thought about the role dung beetles play in the soil?

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Soil Science: Exploring the World Beneath our Feet

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