Descriptors: green; dull; matte; shiny; shimmer; gleam; multicolored; metallic; brown 'shoulders'; white hairs underneath; green June bug; triangular patch on back; white specks; red; orange; trio clubs; three split antennae; flying; big; large
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Relative Size Comparison Lo: 12mm | Hi: 17mm
Territorial Reach (A-to-Z) U.S., Canada, and Mexico
Note: An insect's reach is not limited by lines drawn on a map and therefore species may appear in areas, regions and/or states beyond those listed above as they are driven by environmental factors (such as climate change), available food supplies and mating patterns.
Territorial Map U.S., Canada, and Mexico
Alaska
Hawaii
Prince Edward Is.
Beetle Anatomy
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Antennae: Beetles have a pair of antennae on the head used for sensing.
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Head: The head is home to the insect's eyes, antennae, and mandibles (jaws).
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Thorax: Holds the three pairs of legs as well as vital internal organs.
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Elytron: One of two wing cases on a Beetle that protects its wings (plural: elytra).
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Wings: Appendages used for flying and kept under the elytra until needed.
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Abdomen: Houses organs related to circulation, reproduction, and excretion.
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Legs: Beetles have three pairs of legs located at the thorax, numbering six legs in all.
Colors: green; gold; tan; brown; white; red; orange
