Germarostes aphodioides is a small beetle belonging to the family Scarabaeidae. It is commonly known as the Aphodioides beetle due to its resemblance to the Aphodius genus. This insect has a shiny black body with a slightly elongated shape and measures around 5-7 millimeters in length. It can be found in various habitats, including grasslands and agricultural fields, where it feeds on decaying organic matter.