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Jewel beetle

Capnodis cariosa

Photo by Dangermouse
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37.0988, -7.78354

Field Notes

Description:

Part of the Buprestidae. Approximately 4-5cm/1.5-2" in length. Most have iridescent colours, but not this one. Just plain black and white.

Notes:

Link is for Buprestidae family as I can't find any specific information for this species.

Reference Links:

Buprestidae

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (3)
Dangermouse
That's a start, Dan, thanks. I'll research into that tomorrow or over the weekend. Chris, there's a map to the right of the picture that shows you where it was spotted.
Dan Doucette
I can't help too much but I think it's a beetle in the Buprestidae family.

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