Arthropods Daily – Issue No. 362 – Issue No. 362

This summary describes a species of beetle found in Central Europe. The beetles are 3-4 mm in length with elongated bodies and yellow to pink-colored elytra with black spots. They inhabit wetland areas such as fen grassy marshes and forested swamps, feeding on aphids and fungi. The species is common in Europe, including Norway, Sweden, Finland, Russia, England, and Ireland. Reference sources are provided.