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Ten LIned June Beetle

Posted by July 13th, 2009 at 12:10 am

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Scarab Beetles

Unidentified Beetle
July 13, 2009
I found this rather large beetle roaming in my garden.
My dog had taken an interest in it, so I had to move it to a safe location.
It made short hissing sounds when disturbed.
Tony
Victoria, BC Canada

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Ten Lined June Beetle

Hi Tony,
The Ten Lined June Beetle, Polyphylla decemlineata, is found throughout Western North America.
They are often attracted to lights.

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