Chafer Beetle Collection

Chrysina limbata, silver chafer beetle
Silver chafer beetle specimen. The beetles have a base pigment covered by several colourless microscopically thin layers called laminae

Bee beetle (Trichius fasciatus) usually found on flowers, in this case the Toothed orchid (Neotinea tridentata). Preci, Umbria, Italy, May

Green june beetle (Cotinis nitida) in flight Williamson County, Texas, USA Controlled conditions. October

Cockchafer beetle (Melolontha melolontha) on lichen encrusted twig. France. May

Rose chafer (Cetonia aurata) feeding on Rock rose (Cistus x hybridus) pollen. Cuts in petals where chafers legs were inserted to prevent it from falling off. In garden, Surrey, England, UK. June

Bee beetle (Trichius fasciatus), a bee mimic, nectaring on Umbel-flowered catchfly (Silene compacta). Picks up pollen on hairy body. Russian Caucasus. June

Rose chafer (Cetonia aurata) feeding on Caucasian peony (Paeonia mlokosewitschii) pollen. Surrey, England, UK. May

Dicronorhina sp. rose chafer beetle
A rose chafer beetle from Africa from the family Scarabaeidae; Cetoniinae. Chafer beetles have a characteristic V-shape where their wings meet and are a member of the same family as dung beetles

Anomala sp. chafer beetle
A shining leaf chafer beetle photographed in Sri Lanka. These beetles feed on leaves, flowers, or flower parts

Noble Chafer

Underside of shiny green chafer beetle (Neptunides polychromus) showing legs attached to the thorax and the flat scoop shaped horn over its head

Chafer beetle (Neptunides polychromus)

Euselates sp. rose chafer beetle
A colourful rose chafer beetle photographed in Sri Lanka. Chafer beetles have a characteristic V-shape where their wings meet and are a member of the same family as dung beetles

Cetoniinae sp. rose chafer beetle
A rose chafer beetle photographed in Sri Lanka. Chafer beetles have a characteristic V-shape where their wings meet and are a member of the same family as dung beetles

Garden chafer (Phyllopertha horticola) on Ox eye or Marguerite daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare) in meadow, Wiltshire, England

Chafer beetle on Ox-eye Daisy
Chafer beetle (Oxythyrea funesta) on an ox-eye daisy flower

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The world of beetles is a diverse and fascinating one, with the chafer beetle being no exception. From the shimmering Chrysina limbata, also known as the silver chafer beetle, to the striking Bee beetle (Trichius fasciatus) found on flowers, these insects captivate us with their unique appearances. In Williamson County, Texas, under controlled conditions, we witness the graceful flight of the Green june beetle (Cotinis nitida), showcasing its vibrant colors against a clear sky. Meanwhile, in France during May, we spot the Cockchafer beetle (Melolontha melolontha) perched on a lichen-encrusted twig. Nature's harmony unfolds as we observe the Rose chafer (Cetonia aurata) delicately feeding on Rock rose pollen or indulging in Caucasian peony nectar. The Bee beetle (Trichius fasciatus), cleverly mimicking its buzzing counterparts, finds solace while nectaring on Umbel-flowered catchfly. Amongst this vast array of species lies Dicronorhina sp. , an enchanting rose chafer beetle that captures our attention with its intricate patterns. Anomala sp. , another member of this family of chafers leaves us awe-inspired by its distinctive features. One cannot overlook the noble Chafer; it exudes elegance and grandeur wherever it goes. And then there's Neptunides polychromus - shiny green and captivating from every angle - displaying legs attached to its thorax and boasting a flat scoop-shaped horn over its head. These descriptions only scratch the surface of what makes each chafer beetle so remarkable. Their presence enriches ecosystems worldwide and reminds us to appreciate nature's intricacies at every turn. So next time you encounter a chafer beetle like Neptunides polychromus or any other species mentioned here – take a moment to marvel at their beauty and the wonders of our natural world.