Lesser searcher beetle (Calosoma inquisitor) or caterpillar-hunter. This beetle is quite rare but can become numerous in years when it's prey like oak

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Lesser searcher beetle (Calosoma inquisitor) or caterpillar-hunter. This beetle is quite rare but can become numerous in years when it's prey like oak processionary (Thaumetopoea processionea) become a pest.

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