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Blister beetles #876979

Asked July 12, 2024, 12:59 PM EDT

Do the beetles fly or are they constrained to just crawling on the ground to move from one location to another

El Paso County Colorado

Expert Response

Hi Robert, 

Certainly! Blister beetles can fly short to moderate distances to find food, mates, and suitable habitats. While they are not strong fliers over long distances, their ability to fly allows them to move between plants and can lead to localized aggregations where suitable host plants are plentiful.

Happy gardening,

Nicole - Master Gardener Apprentice 

An Ask Extension Expert Replied July 13, 2024, 11:37 AM EDT

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