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Delta Flower Scarab

Trigonopeltastes delta

Classification

Class
Insecta

Trigonopeltastes delta, the delta flower scarab or D beetle, is a diurnal species of scarab beetle native to the southeastern United States, though their range extends as far north as New Jersey. Description Adults measure 8-10 millimeters in length, and can be identified by the yellow triangle on the pronotum, which resembles the defensive coloration of many wasps and has been theorized to act as Batesian mimicry. They can be found from late spring through the summer on flowers, including those of Queen Anne's lace and New Jersey tea.

Distribution

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Countries in the Picchu catalog
United States of America · 2,699Mexico · 9