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Zig-zag Fruit Chafer, attracted to overripe grapes. Adult beetles feed on fruits, flowers, prickly pears and sap flows. Sometimes enter beehives. Very active diurnal or day-flying beetles. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
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Zig-zag Fruit Chafer, attracted to overripe grapes. Adult beetles feed on fruits, flowers, prickly pears and sap flows. Sometimes enter beehives. Very active diurnal or day-flying beetles. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
ASW-4564
Zig-zag Fruit Chafer, attracted to overripe grapes
Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Anisorrhina flavomaculata
Adult beetles feed on fruits, flowers, prickly pears and sap flows. Sometimes enter beehives. Very active diurnal or day-flying beetles.
Alan J. S. Weaving
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Beetle Beetles Chafer Chafers Coleoptera Fruit Fruits Grape Grapes South Africa Cetoniinae Scarabaeidae Zig Zag
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Zig-zag Fruit Chafer - The Life of a Grape Gourmet!
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. In this photo print, ASW-4564 (aka the Zig-zag Fruit Chafer) takes center stage as it indulges in its favorite delicacy - overripe grapes! This charismatic beetle from Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa knows how to satisfy its taste buds. With an insatiable appetite for fruits, flowers, prickly pears, and even sap flows, these adult beetles are always on the lookout for their next meal. They're not afraid to venture into beehives either – talk about fearless foodies! As diurnal or day-flying insects, these chafers are constantly buzzing with energy. Their zig-zag flight patterns add a touch of whimsy to their already fascinating behavior. It's no wonder they've become local celebrities in the African wildlife scene! Alan Weaving has perfectly captured this single Zig-zag Fruit Chafer feasting on grapes with his lens. The vibrant colors and intricate details showcase the beauty of nature's tiny wonders. So next time you spot one of these delightful beetles in your garden or while exploring South Africa's wilderness, remember that they're just passionate food enthusiasts doing what they love best – enjoying life one grape at a time!
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