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25-JUN-2013 Christine Hanrahan

Flower longhorn (Strangalepta abbreviata) with mite infestation

There were at least 5 species of long-horned beetles (Cerambycidae family) on the goutweed flowers along a woodland edge this afternooon. This one is unfortunately badly afflicted with mites which you can see if you look closely. They are on the legs, eyes, back...

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Carol Rollins26-Jun-2013 04:08
This is fascinating, Christine. Excellent shot of this poor beetle.
janescottcumming26-Jun-2013 00:36
Poor thing. I also never thought about an insect being infested. Excellent information and photo! V
Being Me25-Jun-2013 23:40
I guess I've never thought of an insect being the one infested. V
Hank Vander Velde25-Jun-2013 22:33
Terrific shot and comments Christine.
Margot W25-Jun-2013 22:27
Poor thing. Hope those mites have their own hitch hikers.
hayl25-Jun-2013 21:56
You have certainly increased my interest in insects - another world to explore.
Karen Stuebing25-Jun-2013 21:25
Poor beetle. Great capture of it on the flowers. V.
godro25-Jun-2013 20:02
Nice capture!
Jim Coffman25-Jun-2013 19:53
Another interesting closeup!
joseantonio25-Jun-2013 19:39
Fabulous details about this longhorn. Had never imagined them.V.
John Reynolds LRPS25-Jun-2013 19:36
Fascinating. Well captured, Christine. V.
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