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knotgrass leaf beetle
chrysolina polita
53.5228, -1.13353
Field Notes
Description:
looks like a metallic ladybird on first glance in both shape and size. A beautifully metallic red colour with a bluey green head and abdomen. The forewings when closed form an approximately equilateral triangle on the upperside.
Habitat:
found on the edge of meadows at Sprotborough flash, a natural reserve owned by the Yorkshire wildlife trust.
Notes:
see reference for clearer views of metallic surface.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedJune 2, 2013
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