The scarab beetles (Scarabaeidae) are a very speciose family with more than 28,000 species worldwide. From Germany 160 species have been recorded. The majority of the small to large beetles occurs in the tropic areas. The species live on flowers, shrubs and trees, others feed on dung. The large and colorful tropical species are favored by many beetle breeding enthusiasts.
Scarabaeidae (scarab beetles) – currently missing species (82)
