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Oriental Beetle

Exomala orientalis

The Oriental Beetle is a small, shiny bug that loves to munch on plants. They have a unique dark color with light spots, making them easy to spot in gardens and parks!

Habitat: Urban areas

Appearance

The Oriental Beetle has a shiny, oval body, typically light brown to straw-colored. Its head and thorax are often darker, ranging from black to dark brown, sometimes with subtle patterns. It lacks the metallic green head and coppery wing covers of the similar Japanese beetle.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderColeopteraFamilyScarabaeidaeGenusExomala
Oriental Beetle
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Oriental Beetle

Category

Insects

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Snaps

35

Interesting facts

Wow! Adult beetles are strongly attracted to bright lights on warm summer nights!

Wow! Their babies are C-shaped grubs that live munching on roots underground!

Wow! They belong to the huge scarab beetle family, known for shiny bodies!

Wow! They sometimes play dead by flipping onto their backs if they get scared!

Special abilities

Ability

Aerial Explorer

Oriental Beetle can fly using its strong wings, which helps them find food and new places to live.

Ability

Underground Diggers

Oriental Beetle larvae can burrow into soil because of their strong mandibles, protecting them from danger.

Ability

Scent Detectives

Oriental Beetle has sensitive antennae that help them smell out plants and find mates in the dark.

Measurements & details

Wingspan
16-22 mm
Size
8-11 mm
Lifespan
20-45 days
Flight Speed
5-10 km/h
Leg Count
6

Diet & Feeding

These beetles munch on roots as grubs and feast on flowers and leaves as adults.

Age differences: Larvae (grubs) eat plant roots, while adults feed on flowers and foliage.

Primary Foods

  • grass roots
  • flower petals
  • plant foliage
  • soft fruits

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

Also known as

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Be gentle and watch where you step; insects are small and can be easily hurt.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to identify Oriental Beetle?

The easiest way to identify Oriental Beetle is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.

What is Oriental Beetle's wingspan?

16-22 mm

How big is Oriental Beetle?

8-11 mm

How long does Oriental Beetle live?

20-45 days

How fast can Oriental Beetle fly?

5-10 km/h

What does Oriental Beetle eat?

These beetles munch on roots as grubs and feast on flowers and leaves as adults.

Where is Oriental Beetle usually found?

Urban areas

How does Oriental Beetle hunt?

Foraging

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