Mint Leaf Beetle
Scientific Name:
Chrysolina menthastri
Description
The Mint Leaf Beetle has a very shiny bronzy-green appearance, on a rounded bead-like body.
Length:
9mm
Distribution:
Widespread and locally common.
Habitat:
As the name suggests, the Mint Leaf Beetle is usually found on mint leaves, favouring damp habitats, meadows and hedgerows.
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C. menthastri