The violet ground beetle is a member of the family of ground beetles. Like all other ground beetles, these are predators and are beneficial to farmers, hunting several pests to many crops. Their name is a result of their shiny violet coloration.
Size: 20–30 mm
Color: It has a non-shiny violet black color, with indigo edges around its elytra and thorax.
Other Characteristic Features: Its elytra and thorax appear oval and smooth.
The larva is black, with an elongated appearance and soft body, alongcol3 three pairs of legs. They are capable of predation right after hatching.
After becoming fully mature, the larvae begin to pupate.
The eggs are laid in moist soil.
| Other names | Rain beetle |
| Lifespan | 3-4 years |
| Distribution | Europe and Japan |
| Habitat | Forests, gardens, and parks |
| Predators | Owls, foxes, frogs |
| Diet of adults and larvae | Worms, slugs, insects, and snails |
Like most other ground beetle species, the violet ground beetle does not damage plants or lawn grasses. However, they could become a nuisance upon entering homes, especially from middle to late summer, when they are in season. However, they do not cause structural damage or harm to humans.
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The violet ground beetle is a member of the family of ground beetles. Like all other ground beetles, these are predators and are beneficial to farmers, hunting several pests to many crops. Their name is a result of their shiny violet coloration.
Size: 20–30 mm
Color: It has a non-shiny violet black color, with indigo edges around its elytra and thorax.
Other Characteristic Features: Its elytra and thorax appear oval and smooth.
The larva is black, with an elongated appearance and soft body, alongcol3 three pairs of legs. They are capable of predation right after hatching.
After becoming fully mature, the larvae begin to pupate.
The eggs are laid in moist soil.
| Other names | Rain beetle |
| Lifespan | 3-4 years |
| Distribution | Europe and Japan |
| Habitat | Forests, gardens, and parks |
| Predators | Owls, foxes, frogs |
| Diet of adults and larvae | Worms, slugs, insects, and snails |
Like most other ground beetle species, the violet ground beetle does not damage plants or lawn grasses. However, they could become a nuisance upon entering homes, especially from middle to late summer, when they are in season. However, they do not cause structural damage or harm to humans.
Image Source: warehouse1.indicia.org.uk, candidegardening.com, everythingnothuman.com, i.guim.co.uk
