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Alaus oculatus
Adult beetles feed on nectar and plant juices, while larvae are predators, feeding on the grubs of long-horned beetles.
Woods/grassland mix
This little dude has suffered a bit of damage on the right-hand side. It's missing some antennal segments and part of the front leg. Also known as "eyed elater" and "eastern eyed click beetle."
Spotted on Jun 24, 2012
Submitted on Jun 25, 2012
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