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Rustic sailor beetle

Rustic sailor beetle

Cantharis rustica

A species of Cantharis

Rustic sailor beetle is a predatory insect that spends most of its adult life hunting for prey on flowers. It also inhabits grasslands and open woodlands. The best time to spot the beetle is from spring through early summer. It is common throughout most of England into Wales. Its large size and orangish-colored head and legs make the beetle easy to identify.

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Attributes of Rustic sailor beetle
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
The Rustic sailor beetle is often found near the corolla, where its fluffy hairs easily pick up pollen, assisting in the pollination of the plant.
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Chewing mouthparts
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Distribution Area of Rustic sailor beetle
According to GBIF records, Cantharis rustica occurs in Europe from as north as Scandinavia to the shores of the Mediterranean and from the Atlantic Ocean to central Russia.
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Life Cycle of Rustic sailor beetle
Egg At this initial stage, the rustic sailor beetle begins as an egg, typically laid in clusters or singly depending on species. The egg is small, oval, and often inconspicuous, with a protective shell that blends into the surrounding environment. Inside, the embryo develops the basic structures necessary for the next stage.
Larva Upon hatching, the larva of rustic sailor beetle is worm-like in shape and primarily focused on feeding and growth. It lacks wings and may have a different color and markings than later stages. This stage goes through several molts, growing larger and sometimes changing form with each molt.
Pupal After reaching sufficient size and maturity, the rustic sailor beetle enters the pupal stage inside a cocoon or puparium. It's a resting phase where the larva undergoes a remarkable transformation. The shape, internal structures, and external features radically change as the insect prepares to emerge as an adult.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult rustic sailor beetle’s development is marked by the presence of wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened, and the adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction. This stage sees the rustic sailor beetle achieving its final size, vibrant colors, and distinctive beetle shape.
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Predators of Rustic sailor beetle Larvae
Frogs, toads, birds, spiders
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Predators of Adult Rustic sailor beetle
Birds, rodents, lizards, spiders
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Scientific Classification of Rustic sailor beetle
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Youth Habitat of Rustic sailor beetle
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Adult Habitat of Rustic sailor beetle
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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How Can You Attract Rustic sailor beetle
As an adult, rustic sailor beetle is often attracted to the same plant species for feeding and mating, so sweet-smelling flowers and ripe fruits can be used as bait to lure them into traps.
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Habitat Preferences of Rustic sailor beetle Through Different Life Stages
The larvae of rustic sailor beetle are typically found in soil or under bark, where they prey on other small invertebrates. The habitat for finding these larvae would be areas rich in leaf litter and decaying wood. As for the adult rustic sailor beetle, they are commonly found in grasslands, hedgerows, and gardens. To observe adults, one might search on flowers or foliage during sunny days when these beetles are most active. Each stage should be sought in its respective favorable environment, with careful inspection of likely substrates or vegetation to locate the elusive growth stages of rustic sailor beetle.
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How and Where Can You Find Rustic sailor beetle at Different Life Stages
Larva Rustic sailor beetle larvae can be found in moist soil or under decaying leaves and wood. They are often predatory and can be searched for by carefully turning over logs or leaf litter in habitats known to support rustic sailor beetle.
Pupal Rustic sailor beetle pupae are typically hidden in the soil or leaf litter near the larval feeding sites. Locating rustic sailor beetle in this stage may require sifting through the soil or gently removing layers of litter.
Adult Adult rustic sailor beetle can be seen on flowers, on tree trunks, or flying in sunny areas. They are attracted to bright colors as well as certain scents. Searching for rustic sailor beetle adults may include visiting gardens, meadows, or woods and observing blossoming plants.
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Hurt Plant

Rustic sailor beetle larvae feed on various plants, causing mild to severe damage. They chew on roots and leaves, hindering plant growth and potentially leading to plant death if the infestation is severe.

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Pollinator
Predators of Pests
Pollinator
Prefer Plant Type
Asteraceae, rosaceae
Pollination Behavior Reason
Eat Pollen Or Nectar
Rustic sailor beetle is an effective pollinator, frequently visiting flowers like those from the Asteraceae and Rosaceae families. Attracted by the color and smell of these flowers, rustic sailor beetle consumes pollen for nourishment, inadvertently transferring pollen in the process.
Predators of Pests
Stage
Adults, Larvae
Diets
Aphids, Small Insects
Rustic sailor beetle actively hunts for pests during its larval and adult stages, primarily to satiate its own hunger. Notably, they exhibit a preference for aphids and other small insects, which they capture using their strong mandibles. What's striking about rustic sailor beetle is its methodical approach to hunting, often surprising unsuspecting prey, securing them with a fierce grip, and consuming them with voracity.
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