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πŸͺ² Beetles

Arctic Rove Beetle

Quedius boops

About

A medium-sized rove beetle with a sleek black body and short elytra. It has large eyes for hunting in dim conditions. Found under stones and in moss on Arctic tundra where it preys on other invertebrates.

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Did You Know?

This beetle produces defensive chemical secretions from abdominal glands that deter would-be predators.