Ateuchi

/ˌɑːteɪˈuːtʃi/ noun

A genus of tropical beetles belonging to the dung beetle family, known for their large size and role in processing animal dung.

From Greek 'ateuchos' meaning not beautiful or unlovely, humorously applied by entomologists to these large, ungainly-looking beetles.

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