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Net-winged beetle

Lycus sp.

Photo by Harsha Singh
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Field Notes

Habitat:

Western Himalayas.

Species ID Suggestions

lycid beetle

Lycostomus sp.
MichaelGeiser
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Net-winged beetle

Lycus sp.

Reference Link
Adarsha B S
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Comments (6)
Harsha Singh
Thank you Adarsha. Looks like you have found it.
Adarsha B S
This PDF suggests existence of species in india. http://www.pensoft.net/J_FILES/1/articles/4401/4401-G-3-layout.pdf
Adarsha B S
Hi Harsha, Few evidences support the efficiency of ID. http://www.treknature.com/gallery/Asia/India/photo259949.htm http://www.flickr.com/photos/29848963@N03/8085028893/
Harsha Singh
Thank you so much Leuba. I will look out for Lycid beetles. :)
Leuba Ridgway
Check out Lycid Beetles from your area. They are varied in the black and red wing patterns. I love the red flange on either side of the thorax.

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PublishedJune 29, 2013

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