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Red Speckled Jewel Beetle

Red Speckled Jewel Beetle

Chrysochroa buqueti

A species of Metallic wood-boring beetle

Chrysochroa buqueti can reach a length of about 40–47 millimetres (1.6–1.9 in). Elytra are orange-yellow, with bluish-black markings, while pronotum is metallic red or metallic blue with metallic red areas on the sides. The legs are bright bluish-black.

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Attributes of Red Speckled Jewel Beetle
Colors
Brown
Black
Yellow
Red
Purple
Habitat
forest; log; grass; tree; dead branch
Adult Food Sources
Leaves, nectar, pollen, plant sap, flowers
Larva Food Source
Wood, decaying leaves, plant tissues, roots, barks
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Chewing mouthparts
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Species Status of Red Speckled Jewel Beetle
No protection required
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Distribution Area of Red Speckled Jewel Beetle
Southeast Asia
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Predators of Adult Red Speckled Jewel Beetle
Birds, reptiles, spiders
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Interesting Facts About Red Speckled Jewel Beetle
Red Speckled Jewel Beetle can thermoregulate by elevating its body temperature before taking flight, similar to pre-flight warm-up in bees.
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Scientific Classification of Red Speckled Jewel Beetle
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Youth Habitat of Red Speckled Jewel Beetle
Forests and Woodlands, Rotting and Decaying Matter
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Habitat Preferences of Red Speckled Jewel Beetle Through Different Life Stages
The larvae of red Speckled Jewel Beetle are typically found within the wood of trees, where they feed and develop, often in the inner layers or beneath the bark. Searching for larval stages involves examining decaying or damaged hardwood trees, peeling away the bark, or looking for boreholes which indicate their presence. The adult red Speckled Jewel Beetle, with its brilliant, metallic sheen, frequents the forest canopy and is often spotted on the foliage, flowers, or tree trunks basking in the sunlight. To observe adults in their natural habitat, one would likely search the sunlit upper layers of forests or near larval food sources.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Red Speckled Jewel Beetle
The best time to find adult red Speckled Jewel Beetle is during warm and sunny days, especially in the late spring to summer months, which is their active season. Larval stages are less dependent on time, but are more accessible during their feeding times, often in the warmer parts of the day.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Red Speckled Jewel Beetle
Adult red Speckled Jewel Beetle are more active in warm, dry weather, which is when they feed and mate. However, specific microhabitat conditions such as humidity can influence the presence of larvae stages.
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How and Where Can You Find Red Speckled Jewel Beetle at Different Life Stages
Larva Red Speckled Jewel Beetle larvae live inside wood, so finding them involves looking for infested trees and examining the bark and wood for boreholes and sawdust-like frass. It’s important to have knowledge of their preferred host trees.
Pupal Red Speckled Jewel Beetle pupae are located within the wood where the larvae were feeding. Detection at this stage requires peeling back the bark of infested trees or cutting into the wood to find the pupal chambers without harming the creature.
Adult Adult red Speckled Jewel Beetle can be found on the surfaces of trees, often on the trunks or branches basking in the sun. To safely observe or capture red Speckled Jewel Beetle, one can use a net softly and intercept them while they are active during the day.
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Harmful Effects of Red Speckled Jewel Beetle
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Hurt Plant

Red Speckled Jewel Beetle larvae bore into plant stems causing structural weakness, while adults chew on leaves, leading to defoliation. Infestations can range from mild to severe, potentially resulting in plant death.

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