Colorado Beetles

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Colorado Beetles

JLM-11470
Colorado Beetle / Colorado Potato / Ten-lined Potato BEETLE / Ten-striped Spearman - two
Leptinotarsa decemlineata
Serious potato crop pest.
John Mason
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Media ID 1313517

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Beetle Beetles Pest Pests Potato Potatoes Stripes Vegetable Vegetables In Garden Pairs

EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print by John Mason, we witness a peculiar scene unfolding in the heart of a lush garden. Two mischievous Colorado Beetles, with their distinctive ten-lined stripes, have managed to sneak into this vegetable paradise! These unapologetic pests from Europe have made quite the journey across the Atlantic to feast on North American potato crops. With their vibrant colors and intricate patterns, these beetles seem almost too stylish for their own good. As they munch away on tender leaves, one can't help but admire their audacity and determination. Are they simply hungry invaders or misunderstood fashion icons? Their presence reminds us that even in nature's most harmonious spaces, unexpected surprises await. While farmers may curse these little critters as agricultural nuisances, let's take a moment to appreciate the resilience and adaptability of these striped stowaways. So next time you're tending your own garden or exploring the great outdoors, keep an eye out for these charismatic Colorado Beetles - after all, who knows what other hidden wonders might be lurking just beneath our feet?

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