Nicrophorus marginatus, commonly known as the Margined Burying Beetle, is a species of carrion beetle found in North America. It is characterized by its black body with distinct orange margins on the elytra (wing covers). These beetles play an important ecological role by burying small vertebrate carcasses, such as birds or rodents, for reproduction and as a food source for their larvae. They are known for their strong sense of smell, which helps them locate carrion from a considerable distance.