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πŸͺ² Beetles

Blue Ground Beetle

Carabus intricatus

Near Threatened

About

A large brilliant blue beetle with intricately sculptured elytra. It is a nocturnal predator of slugs and snails in ancient woodlands.

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Did You Know?

It is strongly associated with ancient woodlands and its presence is used as an indicator of forest ecological health.