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Nicrophorus orbicollis
It is immediately recognized by the colorful orange markings on it's fore-wing. It's most distinctive feature from other Silphidae is it's clubbed antennae with three orange apical segments and a black base
It can be found from southeastern Canada to the southern tip of Florida and to East Texas; it has also been discovered as far west as Nebraska and as far north as North Dakota. It's preferred habitat is in open and forested habitats.
Spotted on Aug 11, 2010
Submitted on Dec 17, 2011
