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The golden tortoise beetle is a species of beetle in the leaf beetle family, Chrysomelidae. It is native to the Americas. This beetle is associated with plants in the family Convolvulaceae, including sweet potato, morning glories, and bindweeds. Adults and larvae feed on foliage.

Similar species: Beetles
Species identified by Ruth Spigelman
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By Ruth Spigelman

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Uploaded Oct 25, 2022. Captured Aug 19, 2015 13:07 in 6X46+GX Gastonville, PA, USA.
  • Canon EOS 60D
  • f/3.2
  • 1/64s
  • ISO400
  • 100mm