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Variegated June Beetle

Polyphylla variolosa

The Variegated June Beetle is a shiny, colorful bug that loves to munch on leaves. It has a beautiful mix of colors that makes it stand out in gardens and parks!

Habitat: Urban areas, gardens

Appearance

The Variegated June Beetle has an oval, stout body, typically reddish-brown to dark brown. It is often covered in dense patches of white or yellowish scales that create a mottled or 'variegated' pattern, making it look distinctly speckled.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderColeopteraFamilyScarabaeidaeGenusPolyphylla
Variegated June Beetle
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Variegated June Beetle

Category

Insects

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Male June Beetles have huge, fan-like antennae to sniff out females!

Some people call them 'June Bugs' because they emerge in early summer!

Their grubs live underground for years, feasting on plant roots!

They are attracted to bright lights at night, often bumping into windows!

Special abilities

Ability

Feathery Antennae Sensors

Variegated June Beetles have large, fan-like antennae that can detect chemical signals to find mates and food sources.

Ability

Powerful Burrowers

Their strong, spiny front legs help them dig into soil, allowing them to hide from predators and lay eggs safely underground.

Ability

Nocturnal Flight

They possess large compound eyes adapted for low light, enabling them to fly and navigate effectively after sunset to find mates.

Measurements & details

Wingspan
50-70 mm
Size
25-35 mm
Lifespan
30-60 days
Flight Speed
12 km/h
Leg Count
6

Diet & Feeding

Adults munch on tree leaves and shrubs, while their grubs feast on plant roots underground!

Age differences: Larvae (grubs) eat plant roots underground; adults feed on tree and shrub leaves above ground.

Primary Foods

  • tree leaves
  • shrub leaves
  • grass roots
  • other plant roots

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

These beetles are not harmful, but it's best to watch them from a distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Variegated June Beetle's wingspan?

50-70 mm

How big is Variegated June Beetle?

25-35 mm

How long does Variegated June Beetle live?

30-60 days

How fast can Variegated June Beetle fly?

12 km/h

What does Variegated June Beetle eat?

Adults munch on tree leaves and shrubs, while their grubs feast on plant roots underground!

Where is Variegated June Beetle usually found?

Urban areas, gardens

How does Variegated June Beetle hunt?

Foraging

How many legs does Variegated June Beetle have?

6

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