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Lamprocyphus augustus

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Lamprocyphus, Beetle, Entimus imperialis, Lamprocyphus germari, Selenops insularis

Lamprocyphus augustus coleoptera curculionidae


Lamprocyphus augustus is a species of the true weevil family.

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Description

Lamprocyphus augustus can reach a length of about 22–25 millimetres (0.87–0.98 in).

Photonic crystals

The iridiscent green with golden reflections is a structural colour. It is created by the photonic crystal structure of its chitin scales.

Distribution

This species occurs in Brazil and Argentina.

References

Lamprocyphus augustus Wikipedia