First Record of Yellow‐Footed Tortoise ( Chelonoidis denticulatus ) Feces Attracting Dung Beetles

Biotropica 2026

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Authors: Thales Querino, Bruna Ribeiro Bordin, Carolina Starling‐Manne, Fernando Z. Vaz‐de‐Mello, Luísa Genes, Alexandra S. Pires
DOI: 10.1111/btp.70216
Cited by: 1
References: 20

Abstract

ABSTRACT While mammalian feces are recognized as a key resource for dung beetles, their use of reptile feces remains understudied. We recorded 1013 individuals from 20 species attracted to Chelonoidis denticulatus (yellow‐footed tortoise) feces in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest, highlighting the overlooked relevance of reptile feces as a resource for dung beetles.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Turtle Biology and Conservation Amphibian and Reptile Biology Aquatic Invertebrate Ecology and Behavior

Publication details

Journal / source
Biotropica
Publisher
Wiley
Volume
58
Issue
3
Publication date
1 May 2026
Language
EN