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Oriental beetle

Anomala orientalis

Photo by keithp2012
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Field Notes

Description:

Nocturnal pest beetle that eats plant leaves, especially roses, little white grubs ruin grass. Similar to Japanese beetle, but not as bad.

Habitat:

Yard,woods,fields.

Notes:

Attracted to lights at night very easily during Summer. Varies in color from tan to light brown to pure black, even spotless.

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PublishedSeptember 7, 2010

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