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Colorado Soldier Beetle

Colorado Soldier Beetle

Chauliognathus basalis

A species of Soldier beetle

Chauliognathus basalis, the Colorado soldier beetle, is a species of soldier beetle in the family Cantharidae. It is found in North America.

General Info About Colorado Soldier Beetle
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Attributes of Colorado Soldier Beetle
Colors
Black
Yellow
Orange
Habitat
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Adult Food Sources
Nectar, pollen, small insects, honeydew, various plant materials
Larva Food Source
Small insects, insect eggs, aphids, mites, larvae of other arthropods
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Chewing mouthparts
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Life Cycle of Colorado Soldier Beetle
Egg The colorado Soldier Beetle starts life as an egg, which is usually laid in clusters. The eggs are small and may have a color that camouflages with the environment.
Larva Upon hatching, the colorado Soldier Beetle enters the larval stage, characterized by a worm-like appearance, voracious feeding habits, and several molts as it grows.
Pupal The colorado Soldier Beetle forms a pupa, during which it undergoes transformation. The creature is inactive and encased, often appearing mummified as its body structures reorganize.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult colorado Soldier 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.
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Predators of Colorado Soldier Beetle Larvae
Birds, rodents, lizards, spiders, parasitic wasps
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Predators of Adult Colorado Soldier Beetle
Birds, rodents, lizards, spiders
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Interesting Facts About Colorado Soldier Beetle
Adult colorado Soldier Beetle communicate using chemical pheromones to attract mates, a subtle dance of scents not perceived by humans.
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Scientific Classification of Colorado Soldier Beetle
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Adult Habitat of Colorado Soldier Beetle
Grasslands and Prairies, Forests and Woodlands, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Habitat Preferences of Colorado Soldier Beetle Through Different Life Stages
The larvae of colorado Soldier Beetle generally thrive in soil or leaf litter, where they prey on other small invertebrates. They are often found in moist environments which can be underneath logs or stones. The pupal stage typically occurs in a sheltered site close to the ground, such as under loose bark or within the soil. Adults are commonly found on various flowers and plants, as they feed on pollen and nectar. To observe these insects at different life stages, one might carefully dig through leaf litter or soil, inspect under logs and stones for larvae, check for pupae under bark or just below the soil surface, and finally, visit flowering plants or fields where adults are likely to forage for food.
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Beneficial Effects of Colorado Soldier Beetle
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Predators of Pests
Pollinator
Pollination Behavior Reason
Eat Pollen Or Nectar
Colorado Soldier Beetle is a fascinating creature that engages in pollination while feeding on pollen. Attracted by the vibrant colors and enticing scents of flowers, it inadvertently transfers pollen from one bloom to another, playing a crucial role in the reproductive cycle of plants.
Predators of Pests
Purpose
Feed Itself
Diets
Aphids, Soft-bodied Insects
Colorado Soldier Beetle adults and larvae are active predators. Larvae primarily reside in soil or leaf litter, where they ambush and consume soft-bodied insects. Adults can often be seen hunting during the day, using their mandibles to subdue pests like aphids. Their predation helps regulate pest populations in ecosystems.
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