Blister beetle (Zonitis sp.) by larose forest photos

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08-JUL-2011	Christine Hanrahan

Blister beetle (Zonitis sp.)

This pretty beetle is about 3 mm long. I had this identified for me as a Chrysomelid but thanks to Blaine, who pointed out it is a Zonitis blister beetle, I am now changing the ID. Maybe it is Zonitis bilineata?

Canon PowerShot SX20 IS
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MarcViskens		19-May-2015 19:34
very pretty shot Christine

hamery		10-May-2015 22:22
Beautiful color and an amazing photo, Christine. V

Blaine		25-Feb-2015 20:21
For the record, this is a blister beetle in the genus Zonitis, not a chrysomelid!

Tom LeRoy		14-Aug-2011 17:29
Fine macro work, good eye to see all these little critters! V.

Guest		23-Jul-2011 09:28
This fella looks determined to get at the young shoot! Very nice capture!

LynnH		19-Jul-2011 14:33
That's a healthy looking bug! Great details! V

Stephanie		19-Jul-2011 13:16
I am always amazed at the intricate legs on insects. Beautiful and detailed image Christine! V

Hank Vander Velde		19-Jul-2011 12:01
Nice detailed macro image Christine.

Michal Leszczynski		19-Jul-2011 12:00
Beautiful capture, great close-up photo. V.

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