Species: Mylabris phalerata
English Name: Chinese Blister Beetle, Large Yellow-banded Blister Beetle
Chinese Name: 大斑芫菁
Family: Meloidae
Description:
This Blister Beetle is about 2,5 cm long. The coloration is all black with three broad, wavy yellow bands on the elytra. This species contain cantharidin and has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for the treatment of cancer. It can be seen consuming Hibiscus flowers.
© 2007 Kenny Fung
© 2005 Sek Keung Lo
© 2004 Bernard Dupont
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References:
– Easton, E. R. (1993). The insects of Macau. Macau: University of Macau Publications Centre.