unknown Iridescent beetle…
Location: St. Petersburg, FL
October 26, 2010 5:27 pm
so i found this beetle floating in the pool. It’s color attracted my eye immediately! After I rescued ”him”, he flew away before I had a chance to get a shot. Two days later I found another one in the pool again. so I grabbed my camera first! This second beetle was exactly the same as the first, except for the horn. I assume the one with the horn is male and without female? Think you might be able to shed some light?
Signature: Honey
Rainbow Scarab
No problem;). I know the basics already, rainbow scarab/dung beetle. But I would like the specific identification when you do have a moment.
Thanks
Honey
Hi Honey,
This is a female Rainbow Scarab, Phanaeus vindex.
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