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Cedar Beetle (Sandalus niger)
Photo#148341
Copyright © 2007
Kenneth Dwain Harrelson
Rather Large Beetle For ID -
Sandalus niger
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Norris City, White County, Illinois, USA
September 8, 2007
Size: > 1 inch long
I'm hoping somebody recognizes this timid beetle, one who sat still patiently for my photographs.
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Contributed by
Kenneth Dwain Harrelson
on 26 September, 2007 - 5:33am
Last updated 26 September, 2007 - 9:33pm
Moved
Moved from
Sandalus
. This is
Sandalus niger
.
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Brad Barnd
, 26 September, 2007 - 9:33pm
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Nice!
This is a female. Males are somewhat smaller, light brown, and have greatly-expanded antennae. Keep an eye on her, as she will attract many males.
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Eric R. Eaton
, 26 September, 2007 - 1:16pm
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Found Her
I initially found her on a tree trunk where several Cicada shells were attached.
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Kenneth Dwain Harrelson
, 26 September, 2007 - 2:30pm
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Moved
Moved from
Cicada Parasite Beetles
.
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Phillip Harpootlian
, 26 September, 2007 - 7:19am
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