Lytta auriculata
Horn, 1870
Red-eared Blister Beetle
Lytta auriculata, commonly known as the red-eared blister beetle, is a of blister beetle in the Meloidae. It is found in Central America and North America. The species is notable for its ability to fly, with membranous wings concealed beneath hardened forewings (). Like other blister beetles, it possesses chemical defenses and is part of a diverse within the tribe Lyttini.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lytta auriculata: /ˈlɪtə ɔːˌrɪkjʊˈlɑːtə/
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Distribution
Central America and North America
Behavior
Has been observed in , with membranous wings extending from beneath the when taking off.