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Blister Beetle

Tricrania sanguinipennis

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Description:

Found this bug smooshed on some stairs. Stepped on. I don't see this kind often. What is it?

Habitat:

Emory University campus

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2 Comments

Mandy Hollman
Mandy Hollman 12 years ago

Looks just like it. Thanks!

KeithRoragen
KeithRoragen 12 years ago

It is difficult to tell being so smushed, but the leathery appearance of the elytra and the fact that they do not seem to cover the abdomen suggests Blister Beetle. Tricrania sanguinipennis looks like a good candidate.

http://bugguide.net/node/view/93509

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Mandy Hollman
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Mandy Hollman

Georgia, USA

Spotted on Mar 20, 2012
Submitted on Mar 20, 2012

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