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Clavate Tortoise Beetle

Plagiometriona clavata

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Field Notes

Description:

Clavate Tortoise Beetle
Plagiometriona clavata
he very cute Golden Tortoise Beetle looks like a cross between a turtle and a frog. The adult can quickly change the color of its "carapace" from dull reddish-brown to glorious, glittering gold.

Habitat:

Widely distributed on sweet potato, bindweed and other plants of the morning glory.

Reference Links:

Species Plagiometriona clavata - Clavate Tortoise Beetle - BugGuide.Net

Species ID Suggestions

Clavate Tortoise Beetle

Plagiometriona clavata

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ForestDragon
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Comments (2)
doreen.chambers.14
I was close though. I couldn't figure out the difference in color, but then it said it changed color so I figured it was the golden one. I am happy you found the correct ID.
ForestDragon
Notice the textured appearance of the elytra and the color differences. Still an amazing insect! Golden Tortoise Beetle: http://bugguide.net/node/view/8826

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PublishedJune 9, 2014

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