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Glischrochilus hortensis
The sap beetles are a family (Nitidulidae) of beetles. They are small (2–6 mm) ovoid, usually dull-coloured beetles, with knobbed antennae. Some have red or yellow spots or bands. They feed mainly on decaying vegetable matter, over-ripe fruit, and sap. There are a few pest species.
Spotted on Dec 13, 2011
Submitted on Dec 14, 2011
