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Clay-colored leaf beetle

Clay-colored leaf beetle

Anomoea laticlavia

A species of Anomoea

The clay-colored leaf beetle (Anomoea laticlavia) is a pretty large beetle that comes in a combination of reds and oranges. The larvae are also known to be root destroyers, which isn't a great thing for some gardeners. They like shrubs and trees and apparently hang about near oil fields. 

General Info About Clay-colored leaf beetle
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Attributes of Clay-colored leaf beetle
Colors
Black
Yellow
Orange
Habitat
woodland
Adult Food Sources
Leaves of rosaceae family plants, foliage of prunus species, foliage of rubus species, vegetative parts of fragaria species, foliage of malus species
Larva Food Source
Leaves of rosaceae family plants, foliage of prunus species, foliage of rubus species, vegetative parts of fragaria species, foliage of malus species
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
The Clay-colored leaf beetle feeds on plants, usually without causing significant harm. However, it's important to take the situation seriously if their numbers begin to increase significantly.
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Chewing mouthparts
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Species Status of Clay-colored leaf beetle
It is native to central and eastern North America.
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Distribution Area of Clay-colored leaf beetle
Central and eastern North America
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Life Cycle of Clay-colored leaf beetle
Egg The clay-colored leaf beetle begins as an egg, typically oval and minute. It's laid in clusters or rows on host plants and remains immobile. The color often blends with the surroundings for camouflage.
Larva Upon hatching, the larva of clay-colored leaf beetle is worm-like with distinct chewing mouthparts for feeding voraciously on foliage. Its body is soft and segmented, often with a contrasting color pattern for defense.
Pupal The clay-colored leaf beetle enters the pupal stage encased in a chrysalis where profound transformation occurs. The creature is immobile, and its body reorganizes into an adult structure without feeding.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult clay-colored leaf beetle has a hardened exoskeleton with vibrant colors and patterns for mating signals. It exhibits wings for dispersal and possesses functional reproductive organs.
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Adult Size of Clay-colored leaf beetle
7 - 12 mm
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Predators of Clay-colored leaf beetle Larvae
Birds, rodents, predacious insects
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Scientific Classification of Clay-colored leaf beetle
Class
Bugs
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Order
Beetles
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Genus
Anomoea
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Youth Habitat of Clay-colored leaf beetle
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Adult Habitat of Clay-colored leaf beetle
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Usually, the clay-colored leaf beetle won't threaten or hurt humans. But remember that even a worm will turn. Remember to still be cautious.

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Are Clay-colored leaf beetle harmful to humans?

Some colorful leaf beetles are actually toxic, and their beautiful appearance is warning predators: I am very dangerous, do not eat me! However, just observing with your eyes and touching the leaf beetle with your hand will not be poisoned.
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Agricultural Pests

Larvae of clay-colored leaf beetle primarily harm corn by chewing plant tissues, notably the leaves and stems. This feeding can range from mild to severe, depending on the pest population. Severe infestations can significantly reduce the photosynthetic area, leading to stunted growth and lower yields. Large swarms of clay-colored leaf beetle can devastate crops, directly affecting human food supplies.

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Pollinator
Attract Plant Feature
Color, Smell
Clay-colored leaf beetle is recognized as a pollinator for its behavior of visiting flowers primarily for eating pollen. Its attraction to flowers is influenced by their color and smell. While feeding, clay-colored leaf beetle inadvertently collects pollen on its body, thereby facilitating the cross-pollination of the plants it visits.
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