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Brush Beetle in flower Brush beetle (Trichius Zonatus) sitting on &#039;Sweet William&#039; flower (Dianthus barbatus).<br /> <br /> Dutch name: Penseelkever op duizendschoon Dianthus barbatus,Geotagged,The Netherlands,Trichius gallicus,Trichius zonatus Click/tap to enlarge Species introCountry intro

Brush Beetle in flower

Brush beetle (Trichius Zonatus) sitting on 'Sweet William' flower (Dianthus barbatus).

Dutch name: Penseelkever op duizendschoon

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The Sweet William

''Dianthus barbatus'' is a species of ''Dianthus'' native to southern Europe and parts of Asia which has become a popular ornamental garden plant. The flowers are edible and may have medicinal properties. Sweet William attracts bees, birds, and butterflies.

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Similar species: Pinks, Cactuses, And Allies
Species identified by Joost Thissen
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By Joost Thissen

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Uploaded Jun 28, 2012. Captured Jun 10, 2012 15:57 in Deutersestraat, Vught, The Netherlands.
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  • SLT-A55V
  • f/10.0
  • 1/250s
  • ISO800
  • 90mm