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Close up of a small brown soldier beetle Cantharidae perched on the edge of a leaf of a stinging nettle, against a green Royalty Free Stock Photo

Close-Up of Soldier Beetle (Cantharidae) on Leaf Edge Royalty Free Stock Photo

Close-Up of Soldier Beetle (Cantharidae) on Leaf Edge

A small soft-bodied beetle climbs over a white wildflower. The beetle is at the edge of the picture. The background is green with Royalty Free Stock Photo

This macro photograph captures a striking view of a soldier beetle from the Cantharidae family, specifically Prionocerus mimicus, perched delicately on the edge of a vibrant green leaf. With its vivid orange elytra and contrasting black legs and antennae, the beetle stands out against the softly blurred natural background. Soldier beetles are known for their beneficial role in ecosystems, often feeding on aphids and other pest insects