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Adult Bombadier Beetle - Red Data Book status: Nationally Scarce (Notable B) Distribution: Southern England and into South Wales. Also found throughout central and southern Europe and North Africa
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Adult Bombadier Beetle - Red Data Book status: Nationally Scarce (Notable B) Distribution: Southern England and into South Wales. Also found throughout central and southern Europe and North Africa
SPH-3409
Adult Bombadier Beetle
Distribution: Southern England and into South Wales. Also found throughout central and southern Europe and North Africa.
Brachinus crepitans
Red Data Book status: Nationally Scarce (Notable B)
Steve Hopkin
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SPH-3409 - The Beetle Superstar of the Insect World!
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. In this snapshot by Steve Hopkin, we are introduced to the elusive SPH-3409, a true celebrity among beetles. With its vibrant red shell and distinctive markings, this adult Bombadier Beetle has rightfully earned its spot in the prestigious Red Data Book as a Nationally Scarce species (Notable B). Native to Southern England and stretching into South Wales, this little wonder also boasts an impressive resume across central and southern Europe, even making appearances in North Africa! Talk about being well-traveled! Known for its exceptional defense mechanism - a powerful chemical spray that can deter predators with explosive force - SPH-3409 is truly one-of-a-kind. It's no surprise that wildlife enthusiasts from all corners of the globe eagerly seek glimpses of this rare gem. Steve Hopkin's expertly captured photograph showcases every intricate detail of our star beetle. From its delicate antennae to those tiny legs ready for action, it's impossible not to be enchanted by such natural beauty. So let us celebrate SPH-3409's uniqueness and remind ourselves that there is always room for extraordinary creatures like these in our world. Let their existence inspire us to appreciate the incredible diversity found within our own backyard – or perhaps even encourage some bug enthusiasts out there to embark on their very own beetle-spotting adventures!
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