Group | Bettle |
Class | / |
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Scientific name | Aulacocheilus sp. |
Common name | Pleasing Fungus Beetle |
Observation dates on Project M.A.R.S.’s land | 12/14/2024 (1st) |
Aulacocheilus sp. is a genus of beetles in the family Chrysomelidae, commonly referred to as leaf beetles. Members of this group are typically small to medium-sized, with oval or elongated bodies often displaying metallic or patterned coloration. Like other leaf beetles, they are primarily herbivorous, feeding on the foliage of various plants, and some species may be considered minor agricultural pests. While not harmful to humans, they play an ecological role as both plant consumers and as a food source for predators within their habitats.