Epicometis hirta
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Epicometis hirta (Poda, 1761) - (apple blossom beetle)
The beetle is found in Europe and neighbouring regions and attacks the flowers of fruit trees, ornamentals and other crops. Occasionally, even cereals may be attacked. The larvae live in the soil, feeding on decaying organic matter.
Control by insecticides is not recommended in view of the side effects on insect pollinators. Some traps and lures are effective in catching the beetles. The adult is around 8-12 mm long, black with some whitish marks and covered by long white hair.
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| • Deutsch: | zottiger Blütenkäfer |
| • English: | apple blossom beetle |
| • Español: | escarabajo de la flor del manzano |
| • Français: | cétoine hérissée |
Synonyms:
Tropinota hirta
- Other images of Epicometis hirta (Wikimedia Commons and PaDIL - click to enlarge)
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