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Calosoma scrutator
Absolutely marvelously colored beetle. 3 cm in length and about 1 1/4 cm in width. The elytra is a stunning metallic green with a reddish margin. Dark colored pronotum with orange border. Adults eat caterpillars which is where their other common name comes from. Picture 3 doesn't really capture the color well because of the speedlight I was using. This one was attracted to light while mothing. UV and normal lights were in use. Not sure if this is a common occurrence.
This was found in a open field by a pond. There is a wooded area near the location.
Quickly became my favorite beetle. First time finding one of these beauties, and hopefully I'll find more.
Spotted on Jun 21, 2014
Submitted on Jun 25, 2014
3 Comments
Great photos Logan! Looks like a pretty vicious little guy:)
They are! The pictures don't even do the actual colors justice.
Stunning colours.