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Green June Beetle

Green June Beetle

Cotinis nitida

A species of Green june beetles, Also known as Green June Bug, Common green june beetle

The green June Beetle (Cotinis nitida) is not considered to be a significant pest given that they do not come in large groups. However, their love of soft fruits can make them an unfortunate addition to peach orchards and grape fields. Larval stages are also considered a minor pest to lawns, as they eat the roots of the grass.

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Attributes of Green June Beetle
Colors
Brown
Green
Habitat
fruit tree; oak; maple
Adult Food Sources
Overripe fruit, sap, nectar, flower petals, plant leaves
Larva Food Source
Decaying wood, leaf litter, decaying organic matter, compost, manure
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Pollinator
The Green June 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
The Green June 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 Green June Beetle
It is found in the eastern United States, where it is most abundant in the South.
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Distribution Area of Green June Beetle
Eastern United States and Canada
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Appearance of Green June Beetle
The adult is usually 1.5 - 2 cm long and 1.3 cm in width with dull, metallic green wings; its sides are gold and the head, legs and underside are very bright shiny green. The eggs, when first laid, appear white and elliptical in shape, gradually becoming more spherical as the larvae develop. The grubs will grow to about 4 cm and are white with a brownish-black head and brown spiracles along the sides of the body. The fully grown larva color is glassy yellowish white shading toward green or blue at the head and tail.
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Life Cycle of Green June Beetle
Egg The green June Beetle begins as an egg. Typically oval-shaped and minute, the eggs are deposited in secure environments. Variation in coloration exists, yet most possess a camouflaged hue.
Larva Following the egg stage, the larva emerges. The larva of green June Beetle increases substantially in size over successive molts, developing a voracious appetite. It is legged and segmented, generally pale and soft-bodied.
Pupal Transitioning into the pupal stage, green June Beetle becomes encased within a pupa. The creature is predominantly immobile and undergoes significant transformations, including the reorganization of bodily structures.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult green June 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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Adult Size of Green June Beetle
1.5 - 2 cm
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Predators of Green June Beetle Larvae
Frogs, toads, birds, small mammals, predatory beetles, other insects
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Scientific Classification of Green June Beetle
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Youth Habitat of Green June Beetle
Rotting and Decaying Matter, Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies
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Adult Habitat of Green June Beetle
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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How Can You Attract Green June Beetle
For trapping green June Beetle, one could use ripe fruits or tree sap, which are natural attractants for many Cetoniidae family members due to their diet preferences.
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Habitat Preferences of Green June Beetle Through Different Life Stages
The larvae of green June Beetle are typically found in decaying wood or compost piles, where they feed on decomposing organic matter. When searching for larvae, inspect such areas carefully, digging into rotten logs or turning over compost material. As for the pupal stage, it usually occurs within the soil close to where the larvae feed, so searching just below the surface of the ground in these same locations can be fruitful. Adult green June Beetle are commonly found on flowers and ripe fruits, particularly stone fruits, as they feed on the sugary substances; hence, to find adults, one should look among orchards or gardens with blooming or fruiting plants.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Green June Beetle
The most suitable time to find adult green June Beetle is during the daytime, particularly in the late spring to early summer when they are most active. Larval stages of green June Beetle might be found throughout the year, but with higher chances during the warm months, when they are actively feeding and growing.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Green June Beetle
Warm and sunny weather is typically best to find green June Beetle when they are most likely to be active, flying, and feeding. However, these conditions also should not be excessively hot, as extreme temperatures can cause green June Beetle to seek shelter.
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Both adult and larval stages of green June Beetle can cause widespread damage to a variety of plants, exhibiting no preference. They chew through roots, leaves, flowers, and fruits, leading to wilted, disfigured, and prematurely dropping plant tissues. Infestations can range from mild to severe based on the insect population density.

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Pollinator
Pollination Behavior Reason
Eat Pollen Or Nectar
Green June Beetle is an active daytime pollinator. Attracted by the strong smell and vivid colors of flowers, it feeds on pollen, inadvertently transferring it from bloom to bloom. This beetle's buzzing flight and clumsy landings make it an effective, if accidental, agent of pollination.
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