Leptinotarsa texana larva This species is in the same genus as the infamous Colorado potato beetle Leptinotarsa decemlineata I

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This species is in the same genus as the infamous Colorado potato beetle. It is not a major aggricultural pest because it targets mostly wild plants and is a reluctant flier which spreads slowly It is used as a biocontrol measure to curb the invasion of Solanum weeds such as Silverleaf nightshade S elaeagnifolium in Africa and Australia

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Location: Maryland, USA
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