Eupoecila inscripta

Eupoecila inscripta is a species of scarab beetle in the genus Eupoecila, found in western Australia.[1]

Eupoecila inscripta
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E. inscripta
Binomial name
Eupoecila inscripta
(Janson, 1873)

Description

This species of beetle is green with black features. It usually feeds on nectar obtained from flowers, playing its role in pollination. Male and female beetles are usually similar in size. It is widespread in western half of Australia.[1]

References

  1. Atlas of Living Australia. "Eupoecila inscripta | Atlas of Living Australia". bie.ala.org.au. Retrieved 2014-08-04.


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