"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
By Claude CHAVAND
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Uploaded May 25, 2020. Captured May 24, 2020 16:38 in 170 La Berlière, 42740 Doizieux, France.
