Leaf Beetle Collection

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

Knotweed beetle or Gastrophysa polygoni
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Tansy beetle or Chrysolina graminis
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Another leaf beetle the Cryptocephalus cordiger
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Onion beetle or Lilioceris merdigera
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Cylindrical leaf beetle or Cryptocephalus sericeus
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Golden Mole, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
999141 Golden Mole, 1833-39 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dictionnaire pittoresque d histoire naturelle et des phenomAnes de la natureA)

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

Hazel Pot Beetle
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Leaf bug (Phytocoris bipunctatus)
Illustration of a Leaf bug (Phytocoris bipunctatus)

Altica oleracea and larva, Leaf Beetle
Illustration of a Altica oleracea and larva, Leaf Beetle

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

Scarlet Lily Beetle (Lilioceris lilii) adult female, amongst Aphyllanthes (Aphyllanthes monspeliensis) flowers, Montagne de la Clape, Aude, Languedoc-Roussillon, France, May

Green Tortoise Beetle (Cassida viridis) adult, peeping out from under pronotum, resting on leaf, Leicestershire, England, July

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

Bloody-nosed Beetle (Timarcha tenebricosa) adult, on chalk downland, Dorset, England, July

Viburnum leaf eaten by Viburnum leaf beetles (Pyrrhalta viburni)

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

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

Alder leaf beetle feeding on a leaf. The alder leaf beetle (Agelastica alni) is found in Europe, the Caucasus, Siberia, north-eastern Kazakhstan, and in the 19th century was introduced to the USA

Poplar leaf beetle on a leaf. The poplar leaf beetle (Chrysomela populi) is a species of broad-shouldered leaf beetle (family Chrysomelidae) that is found throughout most of Europe

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

Beetle Foot (Sagra sp. ) SEM C013 / 7199
Detail of a beetle foot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of the foot and claw of a beetle (Sagra sp.). This image shows the profusion of tiny hairs that this beetle has

Scarlet Lily Beetle (Lilioceris lilii) eggs on leaf, Norfolk, England, may

Green Tortoise Beetle (Cassida viridis) larva, with protective droppings, Spain, may

Scarlet Lily Beetle (Lilioceris lilii) adult, resting on Cowslip (Primula veris) flowers, Derbyshire, England, may

Frog beetle (Sagra sp.). All insects have six legs (three pairs), antennae and a segmented body (head, thorax and abdomen)

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

Bloody-nosed beetle (Timarcha tenebricosa), crawling on grass on a chalk downland. Photographed in Hampshire, England

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The leaf beetle, also known as the Knotweed beetle or Gastrophysa polygoni, is a fascinating insect that belongs to the family Chrysomelidae. With its vibrant colors and unique patterns, this small creature never fails to catch our attention. One of its close relatives is the Tansy beetle or Chrysolina graminis. This beautiful they are be found in meadows and grasslands, showcasing its metallic green hue with pride. Another member of the leaf beetle family is the Cryptocephalus cordiger. This species stands out with its striking red and black coloration, making it easily distinguishable from other beetles. The Onion beetle or Lilioceris merdigera is yet another intriguing leaf beetle. Its bright orange body contrasts beautifully against green foliage as it feeds on onion plants. In contrast, the Cylindrical leaf beetle or Cryptocephalus sericeus displays a more subtle appearance with shades of brown and yellow. It camouflages perfectly among leaves while munching on various plant species. A captivating sight awaits when raindrops adorn a Metallic leaf beetle (Chrysomelidae) in Aiuruoca. The droplets glisten like diamonds on its colorful exoskeleton, creating a mesmerizing frontal view. Feeding habits are not limited to plants alone for some leaf beetles; take for instance the Rosemary Beetle (Chrysolina americana). This particular species indulges in lavender flowers (Lavandula angustifolia), adding an extra touch of beauty to their feeding process. Venturing into Brazil's Aiuruoca region reveals another stunning Metallic Leaf Beetle (Eumolpinae) adorned with rain droplets. Nature truly showcases her artistic prowess through these tiny creatures' intricate designs. Meanwhile, across Crossways Preserve in Philadelphia resides the Dogbane Beetle (Chrysochus auratus).