Green Jewel Beetle green accent piece while its babies thrive in

while its babies thrive in rotten wood

and scarlet red

native to South America

taken in Venice

It can be found in its native habitats of Colombia

Green Jewel Beetle green accent piece while its babies thrive inCallopistus castelnaudi is a rare and vividly marked flower beetle from Madagascar in the scarab family (Scarabaeidae). It is best known for its bold contrast of black and bright red or orange coloration, giving it a striking, almost jewel like appearance. Adults feed on fruit, sap, and flowers, while their larvae develop in rotting wood. With its dramatic colors and limited range, this beetle is highly sought after by collectors and stands out as one