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πŸͺ² Beetles

Mexican Bean Beetle

Epilachna varivestis

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About

One of the few plant-feeding ladybird beetles, recognized by its copper color and eight black spots per wing cover. Both adults and larvae skeletonize bean leaves.

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Did You Know?

Unlike most ladybugs which are beneficial predators, the Mexican bean beetle is a destructive crop pest.