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Figeater Beetle

Cotinis mutabilis

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Field Notes

Description:

An emerald-shelled beetle.

Notes:

This one had some injury.

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Comments (2)
dimitricacouris
Yes, I tried to be, though it appeared to already be injured in some way when I picked it up: it looked like some internal organs were hanging out of it's rear. I placed it on some grass so it wouldn't be stepped on, but I doubt it will survive.
Darvesh
i wish that you were really cautious while holding it, as i can see a hind leg turned up by your thumb !!

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PublishedAugust 8, 2011

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