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Tumbling ragdoll flower beetle

Tumbling ragdoll flower beetle

Mordella marginata

A species of Mordella

Mordella marginata is a species of Mordellidae that occurs in North America.

General Info About Tumbling ragdoll flower beetle
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Attributes of Tumbling ragdoll flower beetle
Colors
Black
Gray
White
Habitat
field
Adult Food Sources
Floral parts, pollen, nectar, leaves, plant surfaces
Larva Food Source
Decaying wood, plant debris, dead organic matter
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
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 Tumbling ragdoll flower beetle
Not endangered
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Distribution Area of Tumbling ragdoll flower beetle
North America
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Life Cycle of Tumbling ragdoll flower beetle
Egg The eggs of tumbling ragdoll flower beetle are usually laid in clusters and are oval-shaped. Initially microscopic in size, they may be white or pale in color. The eggs are often deposited in protected locations close to suitable food sources for the larvae.
Larva After hatching, the larvae of tumbling ragdoll flower beetle are worm-like with a hard head capsule and several body segments. They lack fully developed wings and their main function is feeding and growth, often dramatically changing in size with multiple molts.
Pupal Once fully grown, tumbling ragdoll flower beetle larvae undergo pupation. During this resting phase, the insect is encased in a pupal shell and transformation occurs. This stage sees the organism in a transitional state, neither feeding nor moving.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult tumbling ragdoll flower beetle exhibits hardened exoskeleton, distinctive body segmentation, and fully formed wings for dispersal. The colors often become more pronounced and vibrant, and the adult is reproductive, focusing on mating and laying eggs.
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Predators of Tumbling ragdoll flower beetle Larvae
Birds, frogs, small mammals, arthropods like spiders and predatory beetles
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Scientific Classification of Tumbling ragdoll flower beetle
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Youth Habitat of Tumbling ragdoll flower beetle
Rotting and Decaying Matter
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Adult Habitat of Tumbling ragdoll flower beetle
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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How Can You Attract Tumbling ragdoll flower beetle
Sweet substances or fermenting fruit can be used as bait to attract adult tumbling ragdoll flower beetle.
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Habitat Preferences of Tumbling ragdoll flower beetle Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of tumbling ragdoll flower beetle are typically laid in rotting wood or plant stems, where the larvae can immediately find a food source upon hatching. As grubs, they bore into their wooden or vegetative substrate, which provides both protection and nourishment. When searching for them, one would examine decaying trees, logs, or herbaceous plants. The pupal stage of tumbling ragdoll flower beetle remains hidden within the same environment as the larvae, resulting in the need to carefully dissect potential larval habitats to find them. Adults emerge from these substrates and are often found on flowers or vegetation, where they feed and mate. To observe adult tumbling ragdoll flower beetle, searching around blooming plants during the active season would increase the likelihood of encountering them.
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How and Where Can You Find Tumbling ragdoll flower beetle at Different Life Stages
Larva Larvae of tumbling ragdoll flower beetle are generally found within rotten wood or under bark. Search by carefully breaking apart decomposing logs or peeling back loose bark on dead trees.
Pupal Tumbling ragdoll flower beetle's pupae are typically hidden in the same environments as larvae. Locating them requires gently examining the interior of rotting wood or beneath the bark without causing too much disturbance.
Adult Adult tumbling ragdoll flower beetle can be found on flowers, logs, or near tree sap. Looking for them involves inspecting blossoms, tree trunks, and any areas where sap may be present during warm, sunny periods.
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