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This beetle is carrying someone in its top. Is it a parasite?
Spotted on Nov 12, 2012
Submitted on Nov 12, 2012
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Yes Eduardo this unfortunate leaf beetle (Chrysomelidae) is carrying a parasitic mite. I imagine one is manageable but you wouldn't want too many. http://www.whatsthatbug.com/2012/05/28/c...