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Clover-leaf beetle, Phytonomus punctatus species; pupa.

Beetle

Clover-leaf beetle, Phytonomus punctatus species; pupa.

Clover-leaf beetle, Phytonomus punctatus species; beetle.

Beetle

Clover-leaf beetle, Phytonomus punctatus species; beetle.

Clover-leaf beetle, Phytonomus punctatus species; structural detail.

Beetle

Clover-leaf beetle, Phytonomus punctatus species; structural detail.

Clover-leaf beetle, Phytonomus punctatus species; structural detail.

Beetle

Clover-leaf beetle, Phytonomus punctatus species; structural detail.

Clover-leaf beetle, Phytonomus punctatus species; structural detail.

Beetle

Clover-leaf beetle, Phytonomus punctatus species; structural detail.

Clover-leaf beetle, Phytonomus punctatus species; structural detail.

Beetle

Clover-leaf beetle, Phytonomus punctatus species; structural detail.

Clover-leaf beetle, Phytonomus punctatus species; structural detail.

Beetle

Clover-leaf beetle, Phytonomus punctatus species; structural detail.

Rhubarb-beetle of the Lixus concauis species; larva.

Beetle

Rhubarb-beetle of the Lixus concauis species; larva.

Rhubarb-beetle of the Lixus concauis species; pupa.

Beetle

Rhubarb-beetle of the Lixus concauis species; pupa.

This species is dreaded by furriers because of the damage it inflicts.

Attagenus Pellio

This species is dreaded by furriers because of the damage it inflicts.

"They eat bacon, skins, and also attack each other. The perfect insect does no damage. Insects in this family feign death when attacked."

Bacon Beetle (Dermestes Lardarius)

"They eat bacon, skins, and also attack each other. The perfect insect does no damage. Insects in this…

Ips fasciatus insect.

Bark Beetle

Ips fasciatus insect.

Epicauta vittata species; larva.

Blister Beetle

Epicauta vittata species; larva.

Epicauta vittata species.

Blister Beetle

Epicauta vittata species.

Epicauta vittata species; coarctata larva from side.

Blister Beetle

Epicauta vittata species; coarctata larva from side.

Epicauta vittata species; coarctata larva from back.

Blister Beetle

Epicauta vittata species; coarctata larva from back.

Epicauta vittata species; true pupa from side.

Blister Beetle

Epicauta vittata species; true pupa from side.

Epicauta vittata species; true pupa from front.

Blister Beetle

Epicauta vittata species; true pupa from front.

Adult Epicauta Vittata.

Blister Beetle

Adult Epicauta Vittata.

An adult Epicauta Cinerea.

Blister Beetle

An adult Epicauta Cinerea.

Brachinus Fumans insect.

Bombardier Beetle

Brachinus Fumans insect.

"It is very rare in northern climates. It may be found on birch trees. In the hottest parts of the world they are very abundant; they are of large dimensions and adorned with sparkling colors."

Buprestis (Cyria) Imperialis

"It is very rare in northern climates. It may be found on birch trees. In the hottest parts of the world…

"A very beautiful specimen of this tribe may be found in June on oak-tees."

Pupa of Calosoma Auropunctata

"A very beautiful specimen of this tribe may be found in June on oak-tees."

"An Australian insect, of a bright black, which attains to more than an inch and three quarters in length, and whose short, serrated legs enable it to hollow out the ground."

Campylocnemis Schroeteri

"An Australian insect, of a bright black, which attains to more than an inch and three quarters in length,…

"Abounds in trees and gardens. When it is touched it disgorges a black and acrid saliva, and ejects from the abdomen a corrosive liquid of a disagreeable odor. It lives on the larvae of other insects."

Carabus Canaliculatus

"Abounds in trees and gardens. When it is touched it disgorges a black and acrid saliva, and ejects…

The carpet-beetle, Anthrenus scrophularia; beetle.

Carpet Beetle

The carpet-beetle, Anthrenus scrophularia; beetle.

The carpet-beetle, Anthrenus scrophularia; pupa.

Carpet Beetle

The carpet-beetle, Anthrenus scrophularia; pupa.

The carpet-beetle, Anthrenus scrophularia; larval skin split to expose the pupa within it.

Carpet Beetle

The carpet-beetle, Anthrenus scrophularia; larval skin split to expose the pupa within it.

The carpet-beetle, Anthrenus scrophularia; larva.

Carpet Beetle

The carpet-beetle, Anthrenus scrophularia; larva.

"Carrion-beetle (Silpha inaequalis). a, larva; d, same; f, g, h, mandible, labium, and maxilla of larva; i, j, anal process and antenna of same; m, one of the lateral processes. b, pupa; e, same; l, anal process of same. c, beetle; k, anterior tarsus of same." -Whitney, 1911

Carrion Beetle

"Carrion-beetle (Silpha inaequalis). a, larva; d, same; f, g, h, mandible, labium, and maxilla of larva;…

"These insects often feed upon matter in a state of putrefaction. They are nature's undertakers. A great number live on the skins and flesh of dried animals; some attack roots, bark, wood, leaves and fruits."

Cetonia Argentea

"These insects often feed upon matter in a state of putrefaction. They are nature's undertakers. A great…

The eyed elater, Alaus oculatus species.

Click Beetle

The eyed elater, Alaus oculatus species.

Larva of the click-beetle.

Click Beetle

Larva of the click-beetle.

Adult click-beetle.

Click Beetle

Adult click-beetle.

Diseased larva of clover-leaf beetle.

Clover-Leaf Beetle Larva

Diseased larva of clover-leaf beetle.

"In from four to six weeks after being laid, the little larvae are hatched, and immediately attack the roots of vegetables."

Larva of the Cockchafer (Melolontha Vulgaris)

"In from four to six weeks after being laid, the little larvae are hatched, and immediately attack the…

"In from four to six weeks after being laid, the little larvae are hatched, and immediately attack the roots of vegetables."

Larva of the Cockchafer (Melolontha Vulgaris)

"In from four to six weeks after being laid, the little larvae are hatched, and immediately attack the…

"At the end of the third year it changes into a pupa, after having surrounded itself with a cocoon consolidated with a glutinous froth and some threads of silk."

Pupa of the Cockchafer (Melolontha Vulgaris)

"At the end of the third year it changes into a pupa, after having surrounded itself with a cocoon consolidated…

"At the end of the third year it changes into a pupa, after having surrounded itself with a cocoon consolidated with a glutinous froth and some threads of silk."

Pupa of the Cockchafer (Melolontha Vulgaris)

"At the end of the third year it changes into a pupa, after having surrounded itself with a cocoon consolidated…

"According to a traveler, the women of Egypt eat these cooked with butter to make them fat. They are used also for earache, bite of the scorpion, etc."

Ctenostoma Rugosa

"According to a traveler, the women of Egypt eat these cooked with butter to make them fat. They are…

"An insect very common in Havana, Brazil, Guiana and Mexico. It may be seen at night in great numbers amongst the foliage of trees. They sometimes are so numerous that they light up the forests for travelers in those countries where the heat prevents traveling by day."

Cucuyo (Pyrophorus Noctilucus)

"An insect very common in Havana, Brazil, Guiana and Mexico. It may be seen at night in great numbers…

Another insect belonging to the <em>Dytici</em> family, or Water Beetles.

Cybister Roeselii

Another insect belonging to the Dytici family, or Water Beetles.

The "death-watch," Sitodrepa panicea species; larva.

Deathwatch Beetle

The "death-watch," Sitodrepa panicea species; larva.

The "death-watch," Sitodrepa panicea species; beetle from above.

Deathwatch Beetle

The "death-watch," Sitodrepa panicea species; beetle from above.

The "death-watch," Sitodrepa panicea species; beetle from side.

Deathwatch Beetle

The "death-watch," Sitodrepa panicea species; beetle from side.

"They introduce themselves under the skin of the carcasses of animals, and devour their flesh to the bone. [This] species climbs trees and attacks caterpillars."

Dung Beetle (Silpha Quadrapunctata)

"They introduce themselves under the skin of the carcasses of animals, and devour their flesh to the…

"The <em>Ateuchi</em> are large, flat insects, with a broudtoothed clypeus. To this genus belongs the Sacred Scarabaeus of the Egyptians."

Dynastes Hercules

"The Ateuchi are large, flat insects, with a broudtoothed clypeus. To this genus belongs the…

"The most common species of the <em>Dytici</em>, or Water Beetles. They sometimes attack the <em>Hydrophilus Piceus</em>."

Dyticus Marginalis (Female)

"The most common species of the Dytici, or Water Beetles. They sometimes attack the Hydrophilus…

"The most common species of the <em>Dytici</em>, or Water Beetles. They sometimes attack the <em>Hydrophilus Piceus</em>."

Dyticus Marginalis (Male)

"The most common species of the Dytici, or Water Beetles. They sometimes attack the Hydrophilus…

Also known as Doryphora decemlineata. An enlarged view of the potato beetle.

Enlarged Potato Beetle

Also known as Doryphora decemlineata. An enlarged view of the potato beetle.

"A larger species from Brazil, with very long front legs."

Epinectus Sulcatus

"A larger species from Brazil, with very long front legs."

Calosoma Calidum larva.

Fiery Hunter Beetle

Calosoma Calidum larva.

Calosoma Calidum adult.

Fiery Hunter Beetle

Calosoma Calidum adult.

Lebia Grandis insect.

Flat Ground Beetle

Lebia Grandis insect.

"The innumerable tribe of Harpalidae (or Harpalinae) contains carnivorous beetles of very small size. Hidden under stones, in dry leaves, at the foot of trees, they attack a number of small insects, caterpillars, etc., exterminating a quantity of vermin."

Larva of Galerita Lecontei

"The innumerable tribe of Harpalidae (or Harpalinae) contains carnivorous beetles of very small size.…

"It has the power of making its natural torch shine or disappear at will. The luminous properties with which the females alone of these insects are endowed serve to reveal their presence to the opposite sex."

Female Lampyris Noctiluca

"It has the power of making its natural torch shine or disappear at will. The luminous properties with…

"It has the power of making its natural torch shine or disappear at will. The luminous properties with which the females alone of these insects are endowed serve to reveal their presence to the opposite sex."

Male Lampyris Noctiluca

"It has the power of making its natural torch shine or disappear at will. The luminous properties with…

"Abounds in trees and gardens. When it is touched it disgorges a black and acrid saliva, and ejects from the abdomen a corrosive liquid of a disagreeable odor. It lives on the larvae of other insects."

Golden Ground Beetle (Carabus Auratus)

"Abounds in trees and gardens. When it is touched it disgorges a black and acrid saliva, and ejects…

"This represents the Goliaths. These insects often feed upon matter in a state of putrefaction. They are nature's undertakers. A great number live on the skins and flesh of dried animals; some attack roots, bark, wood, leaves and fruits. The male of the Goliaths, found on the coast of Guiana."

Goliathus Cacicus (Male)

"This represents the Goliaths. These insects often feed upon matter in a state of putrefaction. They…

"This represents the Goliaths. These insects often feed upon matter in a state of putrefaction. They are nature's undertakers. A great number live on the skins and flesh of dried animals; some attack roots, bark, wood, leaves and fruits."

Goliathus Derbyana

"This represents the Goliaths. These insects often feed upon matter in a state of putrefaction. They…