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Phyllobius (Metaphyllobius) pomaceus Gyllenhal, 1834 9 mm long Entiminae France,Geotagged,Nettle Weevil,Phyllobius pomaceus,Spring Click/tap to enlarge PromotedCountry intro

Phyllobius (Metaphyllobius) pomaceus Gyllenhal, 1834

9 mm long Entiminae

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    Brilliant shot, the lighting is so elegant. Posted 4 years ago

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The Nettle Weevil

Length 9 mm. This beetle has a metallic bluish-green covering of scales. However the scales easily rub off and older specimens can look almost black. The front femur has a prominent tooth and the scales are oval. Most commonly found on Nettles, from April to late June.

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Similar species: Beetles
Species identified by Claude CHAVAND
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By Claude CHAVAND

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Uploaded May 14, 2021. Captured May 14, 2021 13:13 in 400 Chemin De La Poipe, 01090 Montceaux, France.
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  • ILCE-7M2
  • f/6.3
  • 1/13s
  • ISO250
  • 90mm