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Found this on my door and was curious if you could identify it for me. We live in North Central WV, and never saw one before. Thanks.
Chad Fletcher
Hi Chad,
One of our contributing entomologists, beetle expert Dan, believes it to be Orthosoma brunneum, but it is impossible to be certain with your photo. The species, according to Dillon and Dillon “breeds in crossties, poles, and all structural timbers in contact with the ground or in moist, exposed situations. Adults are also attracted to lights.” That would explain the appearance on your door.
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