An Encounter with Blister Beetles in Warzan, Dubai

A Blister beetle actively feeding on a lovely blossom

Blister beetles are hervibores

Basking in the sun while continually feeding on the yellow petals

Blister beetles have a cylindrical body

Blister beetles secrete a defensive chemical called  cantharidin

In celebration of the end of the summer season here in the Middle East, in eager expectation of the much favorable weather outdoors, I would like to share this awesome encounter I had with the awesome blister beetles foraging on yellow dandelion blossoms in Warzan, Dubai.  Looking forward to more awesome creature encounters now that outdoor conditions are becoming more pleasant.    

BLISTER BEETLES, Hycleus spp. (Coleoptera:Meloidae)

Awesome creature! Awesome CREATOR!

Thanks for your support and careful attention. 

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