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Leaf beetle

Calligrapha californica

Photo by BugEric
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38.5079, -104.441

Field Notes

Description:

Roughly 6 mm long, colored as shown.

Habitat:

Found on grass in riparian area on ranch. Surrounding habitat is degraded shortgrass prairie with cholla cacti being the tallest vegetation.

Notes:

A widespread species in North America.

Reference Links:

Species Calligrapha californica - BugGuide.Net

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