Dung Beetles Do One of the Dirtiest Jobs in the Animal Kingdom Bugs That Rule the World

Premiered May 28, 2025
Dung Beetles Do One of the Dirtiest Jobs in the Animal Kingdom

On the plains of South Africa, an army of dung beetles recycle the dung of large mammals.

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Bugs That Rule the World

A four-part global investigation into insect declines, exploring their diversity and their critical roles on the planet. Scientists reveal the beauty of bugs, from pollinators to insect assassins to the tiny clean-up crews that purify the planet.

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