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Beetles, Bugs and Insects without Obvious Wings

grape pelidnota, Pelidnota punctata

grape pelidnota
Appearance:

This beetle is 1 inch long.            

Where/When:
Found in wooded areas and adjacent sites.   Active June through August.
Significance:
Feeds on grape leaves, although it is not considered a pest.
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