Chrysomelidae Collection

Chrysolina menthastri, mint leaf beetle eating a mint leaf
A bronze-green rounded leaf beetle feeding on a mint leaf. These beetles are common in the U.K and favour damp waterside habitats

Metallic leaf beetle ( Eumolpinae) with rain droplets, in Aiuruoca, Minas Gerais, Brazil. South-east Atlantic forest

Metallic leaf beetle (Chrysomelidae) with rain droplets, frontal view, in Aiuruoca, Minas Gerais, Brazil. South-east Atlantic forest

Dogbane beetle (Chrysochus auratus) on dogbane, Crossways Preserve, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, August

Rosemary beetle (Chrysolina americana) feeding on Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) in garden Cheshire, UK, June

Scarlet lily beetle (Lilioceris lilii) Nottinghamshire, England, UK, May. Introduced species

Orange Beetle On A Leaf; Gulu, Uganda

Dogbane Leaf beetle -Chrysochus auratus-, Tandayapa region, Andean mist rainforest, Ecuador, South America

Hazel Pot Beetle
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Picture No. 11980903
Tortoise beetle, Chrysomelidae, Rio Claro Reserve, Reserva Natural Canon del Rio Claro, Antioquia, Colombia Tortoise beetle, Chrysomelidae, Rio Claro Reserve, Reserva Natural Can del Ru Claro

Jewelled Frog Beetle, Sagra buqueti, front view

Jewelled Frog Beetle, Sagra buqueti, opening its wing cases for takeoff, front view

Four Colorado Beetles (Leptinotarsa decemlineata) feeding on a potato leaf

Larva of the poplar leaf beetle (Chrysomela populi), metamorphosis

Green Dock Beetle -Gastrophysa viridula-, female, abdomen full of eggs, Austria

Leaf Beetle -Donacia spec. - with the legs of a Longjawed Orbweaver -Tetragnatha extensa-, Hesse, Germany
Leaf Beetle -Donacia spec.- with the legs of a Longjawed Orbweaver -Tetragnatha extensa-, Hesse, Germany

Mint Leaf Beetle, Chrysolina herbacea, on a mint leaf

Prickly Leaf Beetle (Hispa atra) adult, length about 3mm, on leaf, Causse de Gramat, Massif Central, Lot Region, France, April

Tansy Beetle (Chrysolina graminis) adult pair, mating on Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) leaf, York, North Yorkshire, England, May

Rainbow Leaf Beetle (Chrysolina cerealis) adult, resting on leaf, French Pyrenees, France, June

Brown Willow Beetle (Galerucella lineola) adult, resting on alder leaf, Dorset, England, September

Leaf Beetle (Chrysolina geminata) adult, covered with raindrops, on woodland floor, Dolomites, Italian Alps, Italy, June

Four-spotted Leaf Beetle (Clytra quadripunctata) adult, walking on leaf, Denge Wood, North Downs, Kent, England, May

Reed Leaf Beetle (Donacia clavipes) adult, resting on Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica) leaf, Denge Wood, North Downs, Kent, England, May

Rosemary Beetle (Chrysolina americana) introduced species, adult, on autumn leaf in garden, Belvedere, Bexley, Kent, England, September

Leaf beetles mating
Leaf beetles (family: Chrysomelidae) mating. The difference in both the size and colours of the male and female is an example of sexual dimorphism

Platyphora leaf beetle brooding larvae
Platyphora leaf beetle (left) brooding larvae (right). Certain species of beetles care for their larvae after hatching. Photographed in rainforest at an elevation of 900 metres in the Rio Bigal

Leaf beetles (family: Chrysomelidae). There are over 35, 000 species of leaf beetles, varying in shape and size. Photographed in rainforest at an elevation of 900 metres in the Rio Bigal Biological

Flea beetle on a thistle
Flea beetle (Sphaeroderma testaceum) on a spear thistle (Cirsium vulgare) leaf. This insect is a species of leaf beetle (family Chrysomelidae). Photographed in Zagan, Poland

Leaf beetle (Galeruca tanaceti) on a leaf. This beetle has been reported as a pest of oregano (Origanum vulgare) crops. Photographed in Wroclaw, Poland

Frog-legged leaf beetles. View of the upper side of a group of frog-legged leaf beetles (Sagra buqueti). These specimens are from Malaysia. Their bodies measure 2.5cm long

Rockrose Prickly Leaf Beetle (Dicladispa testacea) adult, resting on cistus leaf, Chaine des Alpilles, Bouches-du-Rhone, Provence, France, June

Colorado Potato Beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata) introduced pest species, eggs, on potato leaf, Pyrenees, Ariege, France, may

Broad-shouldered Leaf Beetle (Chrysolina oricalcia) adult, resting on leaf, Leicestershire, England, june

Leaf beetle, SEM
Leaf beetle. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the underside of a leaf beetle (family Chrysomelidae). Its three pairs of jointed legs are visible

Chrysomelid beetles (Platyphora aulica). These specimens have been preserved so that their haemolymph (body fluid) can be preserved

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"Exploring the Diverse World of Chrysomelidae: From Mint Leaf Beetles to Jewelled Frog Beetles" A close-up shot captures the vibrant Chrysolina menthastri, a mint leaf beetle, delicately munching on a fresh mint leaf. Amidst rain droplets glistening in the sunlight, a stunning metallic leaf beetle from the Chrysomelidae family poses for a frontal view in Aiuruoca, Brazil. Nature's buffet unfolds as a Rosemary beetle (Chrysolina americana) indulges in its favorite lavender feast (Lavandula angustifolia), showcasing an intriguing interplay between species. Another mesmerizing metallic leaf beetle from the Eumolpinae subfamily adorns itself with rain droplets against the picturesque backdrop of Aiuruoca, Minas Gerais, Brazil. In Crossways Preserve, Philadelphia, behold the captivating sight of a Dogbane beetle (Chrysochus auratus) perched gracefully on dogbane leaves - nature's artistry at its finest. Nottinghamshire welcomes an introduced species known as Scarlet lily beetles (Lilioceris lilii). Their striking appearance adds vibrancy to England's landscapes during May. Picture No. 11980903 showcases an orange beetle elegantly resting upon a lush green leaf - nature's miniature masterpiece captured in one frame. Journeying all the way to Gulu, Uganda reveals an enchanting scene where an orange beetle finds solace amidst verdant foliage - beauty knows no boundaries. 9 & 10: Meet Hazel Pot Beetle – this charming creature captivates hearts with its unique markings and fascinating lifestyle that revolves around hazelnut trees' hidden treasures. 11: Prepare to be dazzled by Jewelled Frog Beetle.