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Photo by CoralAvery
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Field Notes

Description:

Red and black bug.

Habitat:

Spotted in dry chaparral area by Lake Hodges in Escondido.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (3)
BugEric
Darkling beetle, family Tenebrionidae. Unfortunately, there are many, many species in California.
CoralAvery
Yes he is, I didn't notice that before! Poor guy. He only has five legs!

Spotted for Missions

Mission
WILD Cities: Urban Biodiversity
Mission
The Color Red

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PublishedAugust 8, 2011

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