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8-Spotted Soldier Beetle

Trichodes octopunctatus

Photo by arlanda
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Field Notes

Description:

T. octopunctatus is a species of Soldier or Checkered beetle belonging to the family Cleridae. It is a very hairy beetle with black head and scutellum. The elongated elytra show a bright red colour, each with four black spots.
It is a very intense pollinator due to its high hairiness.

Habitat:

Holm oak and pine tree forest

Notes:

Camera Model: NIKON D300. Exposure Time: 1/1000 sec. f/16 ISO Speed Rating: 800. Exposure Bias: 0 EV. Focal Length: 300.0 mm. No Flash

Reference Links:

Trichodes octopunctatus - Overview, Trichodes

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