Community identification
Scarab Beetle / June Bug (Detached Antenna)
Family: Scarabaeidae (likely Melolontha melolontha or Phyllophaga spp.)
- Order & Family
- Order: Coleoptera, Family: Scarabaeidae
- Size
- Whole insect: 12–30 mm; Fragment shown: ~5–10 mm
Natural Habitat
Grasslands, gardens, forests, and residential areas (lawns)
Diet & Feeding
Larvae (white grubs) feed on grass roots; adults feed on the foliage of trees and shrubs
Behavior Patterns
Adults are nocturnal and strongly attracted to artificial lights. The structure in the image is a specialized 'lamellate' antenna, which males fan out to detect female pheromones.
Risks & Benefits
Harmless to humans and pets (no biting or stinging). Larvae can be significant pests to lawns and crops; adults are a food source for many birds and mammals.