Dung Collection

Two dung beetles rolling a dung ball, Addo Elephant National Park, South Africa, Africa

Dung beetle pushing a ball of dung, Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya, East Africa, Africa

Ground sloth droppings or coprolite
Ground sloth (Mylodon darwinii) fossilised droppings or coprolite, 13, 000 year old specimen from the Pleistocene, Chile

Coprolite, fossil dung
A coprolite is a fossilized dropping, perhaps from a Dinosaur. Length 29cm

Two dung beetles atop a ball of dung, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

Myth / Tibet / Country / Mice
THE COUNTRY OF THE MICE The mice cross the river on cakes of dried yaks dung

Hand Holding a Pile of Poop
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MUSSOLINI POSES, 1926
Il Duce sticks his chin out as he poses for the sculptor Dung (its a lot of crap) Date: 1883 - 1945

Scarabs or dung beetles, symbols of the sun god worshipped in ancient Egypt used as amulets and seals
5309756 Scarabs or dung beetles, symbols of the sun god worshipped in ancient Egypt used as amulets and seals by Egyptian; Istanbul Archaeological Museum, Turkey; Photo © Stefano Baldini

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South Africa, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Dung Beetle rolling ball of fresh dung in Kalahari Desert Date: 17/07/2007

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Namibia, Etosha National Park. Close-up of Dung Beetle pushing ball of elephant dung through desert Date: 17/07/2007

A Bactrian Camel pulling a dung cart at London Zoo, 1913 (b / w photo)
1762485 A Bactrian Camel pulling a dung cart at London Zoo, 1913 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

Countrymen on a stage coach, the Monument and Pie Corner. Four-horse stage coach in front of Saint Pauls Cathedral 1, the Monument to the Fire of London in Fish Street Hill 2

Victorian tourists wading through dung on a farm looking for a rustic sight on their tour. The grotto and waterfall is just a barn. Ducks attack a child, a gentleman gets stuck in the mud

English lady receiving surprise visitors in breakfast room, 19th century. Mrs Lucy Somerville curtsies to Mrs Watkins, Mr Willie Watkins, and Miss Watkins. A maid in torn apron opens the door

Byzantine Emperor Leo III the Isaurian, Leo III the Syrian, 685-741, and Constantius. Copperplate engraving from Abraham Bogaerts De Roomsche Monarchy, The Roman Monarchy, Francois Salma, Utrecht

An Excrescence; A Fungus; Alias - A Toadstool upon a Dung-hill
NCO190109 An Excrescence; A Fungus; Alias - A Toadstool upon a Dung-hill, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1791 (etching with w/c) by Gillray

Dor beetle or earth-boring dung beetle, Geotrupes puncticollis (Scarabaeus spiniger). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by James Sowerby from The British Miscellany, or Coloured figures of new

Exotic scarab beetles
Giant dung beetle, Heliocopris gigas (Copris isidis) 1, giant Amazonian carrion scarab beetle, Coprophanaeus lancifer (Phanaeus lancifer) 2, Egyptian scarab beetle

Scarab and dung beetles: Onitis belial 1, Phanaeus ensifer 2, Copris lunaris 3, Lethrus cephalotes 4, Geotrupes stercorarius 5, and Agaocephala latreillii 6

Bamboo fungus, scarab beetles and wombat
Bamboo fungus, Phallus indusiatus 1, scarab dung beetles, Coprophanaeus ensifer 2 and Diabroctis mimas 3, and common wombat, Vombatus ursinus 4. Phallus, phanee, phascolome

Scarab beetles: Copris sulcatus 1, Carolina copris, Dichotomius carolinus 2, rainbow scarab beetle, Phanaeus carnifex 3, male 4, female 5, small black dung beetle, Copris minutus 6

A Visit to Cockney Farm - Viewing the Grounds etc. etc. etc. pub
2836308 A Visit to Cockney Farm - Viewing the Grounds etc. etc. etc. pub. 1835 (hand coloured engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info)

Curtis British Entomology Plate 518
Coleoptera: Sphaereidium 4-maculatum = Sphaeridium scarabaeoides (4-spotted Dung Beetle) [Plant: Lepidium ruderale (Narrow-leaved Pepper Wort)] Date: 1824-39

Mr Vandercolmes farm at Armbouts-Cappel (Nord) before the improvement of the manure
CHT216793 Mr Vandercolmes farm at Armbouts-Cappel (Nord) before the improvement of the manure pit, 1867 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Farm (colour litho)
3096755 Farm (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Farm. Illustration for Bilder zum Anschauungsunterricht fur die Jugend by Eduard Walther (Eklingen)

Men collecting dung dropping from the hindquarters of a mule, with a rider sitting backward on the mule and holding its tail aside, surrounded by onlookers spread around a stepped platform

Stained rug in front blue chair
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Unicorn
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Woman and Taj Mahal, India
A woman stands with a basketful of cow dung manure on her head. Behind her is the Taj Mahal seen from the far bank of the River Jumna. The dung is used for making house bricks Date: 1986

A Visit to Cockney Farm - Viewing the Grounds etc etc etc, pub. 1835. Creator: George Cruikshank
A Visit to Cockney Farm - Viewing the Grounds etc. etc. etc. pub. 1835 (hand coloured engraving). (ie) Being dragg d through mud and mire by your cockney friend

Cave painting showing the worship of the Buddha Simha, pub. C1913. Creator: German School
Cave painting showing the worship of the Buddha Simha, from Temple Paintings from Pranidhi-Szene Nr 11 and Pranidhi-Szene Nr 5, published c.1913 (colour lithograph)

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Dung Beetle - with Phoretic Mites (Acari Subclass, Arachnida Class), mites are transported by host in a manner akin to hitch hiking - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia. Date:

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Western Spanish ibex - dung on rocks - Sierra de Gredos, Castilla Leon, Spain, . Date:

A Visit to Cockney Farm - Viewing the Grounds etc. etc. etc. pub. 1835 (hand coloured engraving). (ie) Being dragg d through mud and mire by your cockney friend

Fuel maker, 20th century

Copris fallaciosus, Kenyan dung beetle
Dung beetle specimen from the family Scarabaeidae, held at the Natural History Museum, London

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Africa, Tanzania, Serengeti. A pair of dung beetles (Scarabweus pius) rolling a dung ball
Africa, Tanzania, Serengeti. A pair of dung beetles (Scarabaeus pius) rolling a dung ball. The male is below pushing the ball

Illustration of Dung Beetle moving dung ball

Domestic chicken (Gallus gallus domesticus) with chick on dunghill, Allgaeu, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

San Fernando Street, Cienfuegos, Cuba. Date: circa 1925

Scarabs. Egypt
Egypt. Scarabs. Symbol of Sun God. Used as amulet or seal. Archaeological Museum. Istanbul. Turkey

Fossils of the Mastodonsaurus giganteus, an extinct amphibian. Head, tooth and dung (coprolith).. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A

Woman with camel at Pushkar Camel Fair, Pushkar, Rajasthan, India

Woman carrying load on head, Pushkar, Rajasthan, India

Illustration of Dung beetles (Scarabaeoidea) in their underground nest with eggs laid in dung, cross-section

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Dung Beetle male rolling a ball of dung with female attached. Date:

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"Dung: Nature's Unsung Hero" In the vast landscapes of Addo Elephant National Park, South Africa, two diligent dung beetles can be seen tirelessly rolling a massive ball of dung. These remarkable creatures play a crucial role in maintaining the ecosystem by recycling animal waste and enriching the soil with their efforts. Meanwhile, another determined dung beetle is spotted pushing its prized possession - a perfectly formed ball of dung. This incredible display of strength and determination showcases the beetle's unwavering commitment to finding a suitable location for its offspring. Venturing into ancient times, we stumble upon coprolite - fossilized dung that offers invaluable insights into prehistoric life. These remnants hold secrets from long-extinct creatures like ground sloths, providing scientists with clues about their diets and habitats. Across Serengeti National Park in Tanzania, two adventurous dung beetles conquer great heights as they perch atop their meticulously crafted ball of dung. Their teamwork symbolizes resilience and cooperation amidst challenging environments. Closer to home in Europe, the Dor beetle finds sustenance on cow dung in Bedfordshire UK. This industrious insect reminds us that even seemingly unappealing substances can serve as nourishment for various species within our diverse ecosystems. Delving into mythology takes us to Tibet where tales speak of mice who revere the sacredness due to its vital role in agricultural practices. It serves as a reminder that every culture has unique perspectives on nature's wonders. On an amusing note, someone boldly holds a pile of poop in their hand – perhaps highlighting society's fascination with bizarre curiosities or simply showcasing humor through unconventional means. Nature never ceases to surprise us; even vibrant bird species like yellow wagtails and northern wheatears find sustenance by feeding on insects attracted to fresh piles of animal droppings. These birds demonstrate adaptability while reminding us that life thrives even where we least expect it. Dung may not be the most glamorous topic, but it is undeniably essential.