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Four Spotted Leaf Beetle

Four Spotted Leaf Beetle

Clytra quadripunctata

A species of Clytra

Clytra quadripunctata is a species of leaf beetle in the subfamily Cryptocephalinae. Its common name is Four spotted leaf beetle. It inhabits the western Palearctic realm from the north of Spain to Mongolia.

General Info About Four Spotted Leaf Beetle
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Attributes of Four Spotted Leaf Beetle
Colors
Black
Gray
Orange
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
The Four Spotted Leaf 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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Species Status of Four Spotted Leaf Beetle
Common
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Distribution Area of Four Spotted Leaf Beetle
Western Palearctic realm, the north of Spain, Mongolia
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Life Cycle of Four Spotted Leaf Beetle
Egg The egg of four Spotted Leaf Beetle is small and oval, usually deposited in a protected environment. The color can vary from white to a pale hue, depending on the species. At this stage, there is no locomotion and the primary goal is survival until hatch.
Larva Larval four Spotted Leaf Beetle are typically worm-like, with a soft exoskeleton and differ markedly from the adult form. They possess chewing mouthparts and their primary function is to feed and grow, which involves several molts as they increase in size.
Pupal During this stage, four Spotted Leaf Beetle is encased in a pupal shell and undergoes significant transformation. The pupa is immobile and vulnerable, usually concealed or attached to a substrate. Bodily tissues are reorganized to form adult structures.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult four Spotted Leaf Beetle is characterized by hardened exoskeleton, wings, and functional reproductive organs. The body is distinctly segmented and colored according to species. The adult is mobile, seeking mates and laying eggs.
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Interesting Facts About Four Spotted Leaf Beetle
Four Spotted Leaf Beetle can create a cocoon from its own feces to protect its larvae, an extraordinary behavior known as fecal case-building.
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Scientific Classification of Four Spotted Leaf Beetle
Class
Bugs
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Order
Beetles
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Genus
Clytra
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Tips for Finding Four Spotted Leaf Beetle
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Youth Habitat of Four Spotted Leaf Beetle
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies
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Adult Habitat of Four Spotted Leaf Beetle
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies
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When is the Best Time to Observe Four Spotted Leaf Beetle
The suitable time for finding four Spotted Leaf Beetle often depends on the creature's active periods, such as daytime for adults that are diurnal and during specific seasons when they are most active.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Four Spotted Leaf Beetle
The suitable weather for finding four Spotted Leaf Beetle tends to be warm and dry, as these are conditions that often favor the activity of many Coleoptera species.
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How and Where Can You Find Four Spotted Leaf Beetle at Different Life Stages
Larva Four Spotted Leaf Beetle larvae are usually leaf miners or root feeders. To find them, one should inspect the host plants for any signs of feeding, like tunneling in the leaves or damaged roots.
Pupal Four Spotted Leaf Beetle pupae might be found in the soil or within leaf litter. Searching gently through potential pupation sites without disturbing the habitat too much can yield discoveries.
Adult Four Spotted Leaf Beetle adults are typically found on or near their host plants. They can be spotted by searching on the foliage, flowers, or stems during times when they are most active.
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Are Four Spotted 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.
Beneficial Effects of Four Spotted Leaf Beetle
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Pollinator
Attract Plant Feature
Color, Smell
Four Spotted Leaf Beetle is a notable pollinator that is particularly attracted to flowers through visual and olfactory cues. While consuming pollen, four Spotted Leaf Beetle inadvertently collects and transfers pollen from one flower to another, aiding in plant reproduction and contributing to ecosystem health.
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