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Dark flower scarab

Dark flower scarab

Euphoria sepulcralis

A species of Euphoria

The dark flower scarab (Euphoria sepulcralis) feeds on tree sap, flower nectar, and ripening fruits. It's often considered a pest because it damages corn, roses, and flowers on fruit trees, which causes fruit trees to produce less fruit. This bug has also been reported to invade beehives, damaging honeycombs too.

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Attributes of Dark flower scarab
Colors
Brown
White
Habitat
corn; rose; the flower of blooming fruit trees; garden
Adult Food Sources
Nectar, pollen, fruit juices, sap from trees, soft fruits
Larva Food Source
Decaying wood, compost, decomposing plant material, organic matter in soil, rotting fruits
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Pollinator
The Dark flower scarab 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 Dark flower scarab 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 Dark flower scarab
It is found in North America in countries such as Mexico and southern and Central United States.
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Distribution Area of Dark flower scarab
United States
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Life Cycle of Dark flower scarab
Egg When dark flower scarab begins its life, it exists as a tiny egg, often oval or round in shape, and its color varies. The egg is typically laid in a secure environment favorable to the next stage.
Larva After hatching, the larva of dark flower scarab emerges, bearing little resemblance to the adult. It possesses a voracious appetite, resulting in rapid growth and periodic molting as it enlarges.
Pupal The larva of dark flower scarab then enters a quiescent pupal stage. Encased within a cocoon or pupal case, it undergoes remarkable transformation, reorganizing into the adult form. Color and shape are obscured.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult dark flower scarab’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 Dark flower scarab
1.2 - 1.5 cm
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Predators of Dark flower scarab Larvae
Entomopathogenic fungi, predatory beetles, ants, birds
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Predators of Adult Dark flower scarab
Birds, small mammals, reptiles, spiders
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Scientific Classification of Dark flower scarab
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Youth Habitat of Dark flower scarab
Rotting and Decaying Matter, Forests and Woodlands, Urban and Suburban Areas
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Adult Habitat of Dark flower scarab
Forests and Woodlands, Flower-rich Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Urban and Suburban Areas
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How Can You Attract Dark flower scarab
To attract dark flower scarab, one might use sweet baits such as rotting fruits or sugary solutions, as they are known to feed on sap and ripe fruits.
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Habitat Preferences of Dark flower scarab Through Different Life Stages
The larvae of dark flower scarab reside in decomposing organic matter such as piles of leaf litter, rotting logs, or compost, where the environment is rich in nutrients necessary for their growth. As they transition into pupae, these insects often remain buried within those materials but may also be found in the adjacent soil. Adult dark flower scarab, however, tend to frequent places abundant in flowers, as they feed on nectar and pollen. Searching for these stages involves sifting through decomposing organic debris for larvae and carefully excavating the area to locate the pupae without disturbing their delicate state. Finding adults would require visiting gardens or areas with flowering plants during the warmer parts of the day when they are most active.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Dark flower scarab
The adult dark flower scarab is most active during the day, especially when temperatures are warm, making daylight hours the best time to seek them out.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Dark flower scarab
Warm, sunny, and dry conditions are ideal for finding dark flower scarab, as these weather conditions promote the creature's activity and feeding behavior.
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Harmful Effects of Dark flower scarab
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Hurt Plant

Adult and larval dark flower scarab threaten a variety of plants, damaging roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and fruits by chewing and boring into tissues, as well as sucking plant fluids. This feeding can lead to a range of impacts from mild to severe, including reduced growth and compromised plant vitality.

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Pollinator
Pollinator
Pollination Behavior Reason
Eat Pollen Or Nectar
Dark flower scarab is attracted to flowers primarily by their scent. This beetle consumes pollen for nourishment, inadvertently collecting and transferring pollen from one flower to another in the process. Their activity is crucial for the pollination of various plants they visit.
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