This dung beetle species belongs to the subfamily of the Aphodiinae. The genus Aphodius is by far the most numerous genus of the European Dung Beetles. It contains more then 100 species found in Europe. Especially in the warm Mediterranean grazed ecosystems, they are very numerous. Many species settle on dung, sometimes preferring particular mammals. Eggs are laid singly or in small batches in the dung. The grub-like larvae feed on the dung in which they also pupate.