Namib Desert Beetle

A close-up photograph of a black and white Namib Desert Beetle (Stenocara sp.) on the ground. The beetle is a member of the Tenebrionidae family and is native to Namibia and South Africa. It is a small insect, measuring only about 10 mm in length. The beetle's body is covered in small, white scales, which give it a distinctive appearance. The beetle's legs are long and thin, and its antennae are short and club-shaped. The beetle is a ground-dwelling insect and can be found in a variety of habitats, including deserts, grasslands, and forests. The beetle is a scavenger and feeds on a variety of organic matter, including dead plants and animals. The beetle is also a prey item for a variety of animals, including birds, lizards, and spiders.