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Diabrotica balteata
Leaf Beetle of about 5mm body length, quite conspicuous with its bright colouration. Base colour is green, with a red head and yellow bands across the elytra.
Found in "El Cimatario" national park, just outside Querétaro in semi-arid region of central Mexico.
This species is a serious pest on food crops throughout its range, not limiting themselves to cucumbers. The larvae feed on roots, while the adults feed on leaves.
Spotted on Oct 19, 2017
Submitted on Oct 26, 2017
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