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Goldenrod Soldier Beetle

Chauliognathus pensylvanicus

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Field Notes

Description:

This common soldier beetle is about 9-12 mm (1/2 in) long and has a round black spot on the pronatum and an oval black spot on each wing cover.

Habitat:

Fields of flowers, meadows, prairies, old fields, especially those containing goldenrod.

Notes:

May serve in areas as important pollinators.

Reference Links:

Species Chauliognathus pensylvanicus - Goldenrod Soldier Beetle - BugGuide.Net

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Comments (3)
Gordon Dietzman
Depending upon location these insects are relatively common. Thanks Mick for the kind words.
Carol Snow Milne
I was wondering what these bugs were on my goldenrod. Thanks!

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PublishedSeptember 19, 2011

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