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Zopherus haldemani
The adult beetle is 5/8 to 1 3/16 inch long and the body is adorned by a black and creamy white blotchy color pattern. Its exoskeleton (integument) is extremely hard.
Habitat yard on Belton Lake. It was in an open area bordered by woods.
The exoskeletons of these beetles is extremely thick, hence their name. This species is living jewelry in Mexico where the beetles are decorated by jewelers.
Spotted on Oct 31, 2012
Submitted on Nov 17, 2012
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Interesante insecto::