Caption
Sexton / Burying Beetle (Nicrophorus investigator) photographed on a white background in mobile field studio. This species feeds on carrion. A small vertebrate corpse such as a vole will be buried as a food source for the young once they hatch. The male and female frequently work together to bury the corpse. Phoretic mites can be seen on this individual. Derbyshire, UK. August.
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