
"Malachius bipustulatus", the malachite beetle, is a species of soft-winged flower beetles belonging to the family Melyridae subfamily Malachiinae. In case of necessity, this beetle can release a smell that deters predators. The males attract females producing special secretions from its antennae.
Similar species: Beetles
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Uploaded Aug 29, 2023. Captured May 30, 2022 12:14 in 7MMR+82 Rheinau, Germany.