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Common Green June Beetle

Cotinis nitida

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Coleoptera ›Family: Scarabaeidae ›Genus: Cotinis

About

Cotinis nitida, commonly known as the green June beetle, June bug or June beetle, is a beetle of the family Scarabaeidae. It is found in the eastern United States, where it is most abundant in the south. It is sometimes confused with the related southwestern species figeater beetle Cotinis mutabilis, which is less destructive.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Green June Beetle?
The scientific name of Common Green June Beetle is Cotinis nitida.
What kingdom does Common Green June Beetle belong to?
Common Green June Beetle belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Common Green June Beetle belong to?
Common Green June Beetle belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Common Green June Beetle belong to?
Common Green June Beetle belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Common Green June Beetle belong to?
Common Green June Beetle belongs to the order Coleoptera.
What family does Common Green June Beetle belong to?
Common Green June Beetle belongs to the family Scarabaeidae.
What genus does Common Green June Beetle belong to?
Common Green June Beetle belongs to the genus Cotinis.