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Golden Tortoise Beetle

Charidotella sexpunctata - larva and adult

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Field Notes

Description:

They can change color, looking initially like tiny jewels, or golden ladybugs, but can alter the reflectivity of the cuticle so the outer layers become clear,

Habitat:

spotted this in southern India 's rainfed vegetation

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WILD Cities: Urban Biodiversity
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Tamil Nadu Biodiversity
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Global Flight
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2012 Best Wildlife Photo
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PublishedFebruary 5, 2012

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