Banded Net-Winged Beetle – 8/6/11

Observer: Paul Lauenstein

Observation Date: 8/6/11

Observation Time: 8:10 a.m.

Observation Location: 4 Gavins Pond Road (back yard)

Common Name: Banded Net-Winged Beetle

Scientific Name: Calopteron discrepans

Comments: This colorful beetle is found throughout the eastern U.S. Its bright color and contrast warn predators that they taste bad if eaten.

More Information: University of Florida