Fire-Colored Beetle: Surprisingly Mild-Mannered
A fire-colored beetle on a person’s arm. This colorful beetle is not poisonous.
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The Fire-Colored Beetle (Pedilus lugubris) features a deep orange-colored shell. This beetle is a flying species that boasts bright red wings. The warm, fiery tones extend to this beetle having red antennae. Many predators are afraid to bother this beetle because of its similar appearance to many poisonous insects. However, this beetle is not poisonous.