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Unknown Spotting

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)

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

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