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πŸͺ² Beetles

Harpalus Seed-eating Ground Beetle

Harpalus rufipes

About

A common Palearctic ground beetle with pubescent elytra and orange-red legs. Despite being partly granivorous, it also preys on aphids and small insects.

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Did You Know?

It is one of the few ground beetles that feeds heavily on weed seeds, making it a valuable pest control ally.