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Blister Beetle

Tricrania sanguinipennis

Photo by Mandy Hollman
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Field Notes

Description:

Found this bug smooshed on some stairs. Stepped on. I don't see this kind often. What is it?

Habitat:

Emory University campus

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (2)
KeithRoragen
It is difficult to tell being so smushed, but the leathery appearance of the elytra and the fact that they do not seem to cover the abdomen suggests Blister Beetle. Tricrania sanguinipennis looks like a good candidate. http://bugguide.net/node/view/93509

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WILD Cities: Urban Biodiversity
Mission
The Color Red

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PublishedMarch 20, 2012

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