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Sunflower Tortoise Beetle

Physonota helianthi

Photo by Felix Fleck
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Description:

Around 12mm in length. Iridescent green/yellow, with three short dark lines on thorax. The semi-translucent extension of elytra and protonum covers the head and gives the beetle an oval shape.

Habitat:

Found in 'El Cimatario' national park, just outside of Querétaro. The area is semi-arid, with lots of acacia and cacti.

Reference Links:

Physonota helianthi · NaturaLista

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