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Eyed Click beetle

Alaus ocalatus

Photo by chconover
Published on Project Noah
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36.1484, -80.713

Field Notes

Description:

Two large round spots on larger end, appear to be "false" eyes to frighten predators. About 3/4 to 1 inch long, forested habitat. Sitting on shaded asphalt driveway in the photo.

Habitat:

Forested, rural.

Species ID Suggestions

Eyed Click beetle

Alaus ocalatus

Reference Link
Ronald and Amissa
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PublishedAugust 25, 2011

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