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Blister Beetle

Mylabris phalerata

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27.3167, 87.1968

Field Notes

Notes:

I spotted similar beetles on similar flowers. The flower, fresh or dried, is used locally as vegetable and souring agent.

Species ID Suggestions

Blister beetle

Mylabris phalerata

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NuwanChathuranga
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PublishedOctober 28, 2014

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