Ten-lined June Beetle

Polyphylla decimlineata

These beetles fly low over fields on warm evenings and sometimes gather around artificial lights at night. Adults lay their eggs at the bases of shrubs and trees; when the eggs hatch, the larvae burrow down to feed on the plant's roots. The Ten-Lined June Beetle is a type of scarab beetle. The larvae of scarabs are long-legged grubs that always hold their bodies in a C shape. These larvae are often encountered when you dig or pull weeds in loose soil.

Look For : A brown beetle with long white stripes.

Length : 1-1 3/8".

Habitat : Forests.

Range : Rocky Mountain states, Southwest.