Metallic Wood-boring Beetle monarch wing despite being in mourning

despite being in mourning

Discover the beauty of the Monarch Butterfly

is indigenous to Thailand

Charaxes eupale can be found in the lowland evergreen forests of Senegal

and their larvae develop in decaying wood

Metallic Wood-boring Beetle monarch wing despite being in mourningThis stunning specimen is the Megaloxantha bicolor, a magnificent metallic jewel beetle measuring 3 inches in length. Native to India, Southeast Asia, and the Philippines, this species boasts a vibrant body of metallic green, blue, or reddish hues and two striking yellow or whitish bands on its delicate wings. During warm, dry days, adults can be seen actively exploring their surroundings, while their larvae burrow deep within trees, feasting on the