Description: |
The metallic appearance of this beetle may aid in making it appear more armored to predators. The bright and fluid coloration may serve as a warning to predators since camouflage is not a good survival strategy for this insect. |
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Source: |
http://www.digitalindy.org/cdm/ref/collection/tcm/id/1342 |
Collection: |
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis |
Rights: | https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/; |
Copyright: |
Creative Commons (CC By-SA 3.0); |
Subjects: |
Beetles Insects |
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