Ten-linded June beetle or Polyphylla decemlineata
June beetle showing Flabellate antennae - from the Latin flabellum, meaning fan. The terminal segments extend laterally, with long, parallel lobes that lie flat against each other forming a plate-like structure. Looks like a folding paper fan when open.
This antennae increases surface area and can be used to detect odors and tastes, possibly even wind speed and direction, heat and moisture.
Laowa 100mm lens, f3.2, 1/40 sec, 2X, ISO 100, 54 stacked images, 103 µm step length, 5 fix LED, with diffuser tube
The ten-lined June beetle, also known as the watermelon beetle, is a scarab beetle found in the western United States and Canada. The adults are attracted to light and feed on foliage. They can make a hissing sound when touched or otherwise disturbed, which can resemble the hissing of a bat. This sound is made by their wings pushing down, forcing the air out between their wings and back.
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Thanks for the complement. Beetles are fun to photograph as there is such a variety, color and shape. Posted 3 years ago
It's funny, your picture and the name June Beetle reminded me about an early cartoon book from my childhood. It is "Max and Moritz" from Wilhelm Busch, a "Rascals History in Seven Tricks". Check out trick number five! hehe it’s has to do with the May Bug. http://www.davidgorman.com/maxundmoritz.htm#Funfter_Prank Posted 3 years ago, modified 3 years ago