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Checkered Beetle

Enoclerus nigripes

1 Species ID Suggestions

KeithRoragen
KeithRoragen 12 years ago
Checkered Beetle
Enoclerus sp Genus Enoclerus - BugGuide.Net


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5 Comments

Jacob Gorneau
Jacob Gorneau 12 years ago

I believe it was Enoclerus nigripes too.

KeithRoragen
KeithRoragen 12 years ago

It is a Checkered Beetle of the Genus Enoclerus. I can't be sure, but I'd say Enoclerus nigripes. The beetles somewhat resemble the color patterns of Velvet Ants, which could give them protection against predators.

Jacob Gorneau
Jacob Gorneau 12 years ago

Thanks Keith

Jacob Gorneau
Jacob Gorneau 12 years ago

Ant?

Jacob Gorneau
Jacob Gorneau 12 years ago

Weevil??

Jacob Gorneau
Spotted by
Jacob Gorneau

New York, USA

Spotted on Mar 16, 2012
Submitted on Mar 19, 2012

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