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Black Oil Beetle

Meloe proscarabaeus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Coleoptera ›Family: Meloidae ›Genus: Meloe

About

Meloe proscarabaeus is a European oil beetle. It lives in meadows, field margins and other warm sites in all but the far north of the continent. It lacks hind wings and the elytra are correspondingly reduced in size.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black Oil Beetle?
The scientific name of Black Oil Beetle is Meloe proscarabaeus.
What is the conservation status of Black Oil Beetle?
The Black Oil Beetle has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Black Oil Beetle belong to?
Black Oil Beetle belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Black Oil Beetle belong to?
Black Oil Beetle belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Black Oil Beetle belong to?
Black Oil Beetle belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Black Oil Beetle belong to?
Black Oil Beetle belongs to the order Coleoptera.
What family does Black Oil Beetle belong to?
Black Oil Beetle belongs to the family Meloidae.
What genus does Black Oil Beetle belong to?
Black Oil Beetle belongs to the genus Meloe.