Insects and Spiders - native

Little Bear Beetle (Paracotalpa granicollis) on May 23, 2019

Originally reported as Japanese Beetle (Popillia japonica)

Submitter does not have a specimen

Description of specimen

Adults beetle found on putting greens in April 25-May 10.

Commentary

Report followed up. This is not Japanese Beetle. It is most likely Paracotalpa granicollis Chafer.

Jake Bodart
July 15, 2019, 9:27 a.m.

Resources

http://bugguide.net/node/view/87074

Location

5 green

Expert Reviewer

Jake Bodart
USDA APHIS

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