False
Blister Beetle
Species Asclera excavata
Formerly identified as Heliocis repanda

These pollen-taking False Blister Beetles are a good insect to avoid as they have toxic chemicals on their bodies
like the regular Blister Beetles. Nonetheless, they are beautiful. © Carol Davis, 8-2-2009

This particular beetle was found alongside the road
to Powder Mountain Ski Resort in Weber County, Utah. © Carol
Davis, 8-2-2009
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