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CMR Bean Beetle (Blister Beetle)

Mylabris oculata

Photo by Tiz
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Field Notes

Description:

“CMR” refers to the Cape Mounted Rifle Corps, a police force in the old Cape Colony whose uniforms sported black and yellow bands that resemble the colors of this beetle.

Habitat:

Bush area. Mbuluzi Gorge, Mlawula Nature reserve.

Notes:

Blister beetles emit body fluids containing cantharidin from joints on the legs when disturbed, giving any would-be predators a foul-tasting appetizer.

Reference Links:

Mylabris oculatus in South Africa | Beetles In The Bush

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