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Japanese beetle
Popillia japonica
43.7607, -79.3481
Field Notes
Description:
Copper & green in colour, and was about 10 mm in size.
Habitat:
While native to Japan, this beetle is actually a destructive pest in North America, including Ontario and northern US. It is actually being controlled in this part of the world.
Notes:
They eat the leaves of plants, but not the fruit; thrive in hot, sunny weather.
Species ID Suggestions
5
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedAugust 14, 2013
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