Oedemera lurida
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Oedemera lurida
Oedemera lurida
The Oedemera lurida is a shiny green beetle that loves to be around flowers. It has long legs and a unique shape that makes it easy to spot in gardens and fields.
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The Oedemera lurida is a slender beetle, typically shimmering metallic green, though it can also appear bronze or blue. Males have noticeably swollen hind femurs, making them look strong-legged. Its long, dark antennae contrast with its vibrant body.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderColeopteraFamilyOedemeridaeGenusOedemera
Category
InsectsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Boy beetles have big, muscular back legs to show off to the girls!
Their babies grow up hidden inside dead wood or plant stems!
They love to sip sweet nectar and eat tasty pollen from flowers.
You can find these shiny green beetles sunbathing on bright flowers.
Special abilities
Ability
Muscle Legs
Male Oedemera lurida have super strong-looking hind legs because of swollen femurs that help them impress females.
Ability
Flower Helper
Oedemera lurida can carry pollen from flower to flower because of its fuzzy body, which helps plants make seeds.
Ability
Color Shifter
This beetle sometimes has a dazzling bronze or blue color because of light reflecting off its shell, helping it blend in.
Measurements & details
- Wingspan
- 10-15 mm
- Size
- 7-10 mm
- Lifespan
- 30-60 days
- Leg Count
- 6
Diet & Feeding
This beetle loves to snack on sweet nectar and pollen from various flowers.
Primary Foods
- Nectar
- Pollen
- Daisy Nectar
- Carrot Flower Pollen
- Thistle Pollen
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
pollinates
Cornflower
Centaurea cyanus
They visit cornflowers for nectar and pollen, helping them reproduce.
pollinates
Ox-eye Daisy
Leucanthemum vulgare
Frequently found feeding on and pollinating ox-eye daisies.
pollinates
Wild Carrot
Daucus carota
Often seen on umbellifer flowers like wild carrot, aiding pollination.
eaten by
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Great Tit
Parus major
Small insectivorous birds like great tits may prey on these beetles.
eaten by
Garden Cross Spider
Araneus diadematus
Spiders such as the garden cross spider can catch Oedemera lurida.
Traits
Spotted
Marked with spots or patches of a different color.
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Pollinator
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Be gentle and watch where you step, as insects can be tiny and easily missed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oedemera lurida's wingspan?
10-15 mm
How big is Oedemera lurida?
7-10 mm
How long does Oedemera lurida live?
30-60 days
What does Oedemera lurida eat?
This beetle loves to snack on sweet nectar and pollen from various flowers.
Where is Oedemera lurida usually found?
Grasslands
How does Oedemera lurida hunt?
Foraging
How many legs does Oedemera lurida have?
6
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