Bug Identifier
Orange spider beetle (likely)
Community identification

Orange spider beetle (likely)

*Pseudocneorhinus* sp. (uncertain identification)

Order & Family
Coleoptera, Curculionidae (weevils)
Size
Approximately 5–10 mm long.
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Natural Habitat

Adults are commonly found on vegetation and may wander onto cars or buildings; larvae typically develop in soil near plant roots.

Diet & Feeding

Adults feed on leaves; larvae feed on roots and other underground plant material.

Behavior Patterns

A small, orange-bodied beetle with dark legs, likely a root-feeding weevil. It is usually solitary and does not pose a threat to people.

Risks & Benefits

Harmless to humans. Some weevil species can damage garden plants, but this individual is not identifiable to species from the photo alone.