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Hello, I discovered this beetle near my Brassica this morning. I am not sure what it is and whether it is something that is a beneficial or something ...
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Beetle ID help, please #900465
Asked May 07, 2025, 1:33 PM EDT
Hello, I discovered this beetle near my Brassica this morning. I am not sure what it is and whether it is something that is a beneficial or something that will eat my garden veggies. I’m hoping you know what it is and can tell me a little bit about it please. Thank you
Clackamas County Oregon
Expert Response
Congratulations of seeing that beautiful native beetle, Frances! It is one called the golden buprestid beetle (Buprestis aurulenta). The species can be found throughout the western North America.
Golden buprestid beetles will not harm anything in your garden. Their larvae live in and feed upon wood of damaged, dying or recently dead conifer trees. They don't harm healthy, live trees. The adult beetles feed a bit on conifer tree needles, but not enough to do significant damage.
Enjoy!
Golden buprestid beetles will not harm anything in your garden. Their larvae live in and feed upon wood of damaged, dying or recently dead conifer trees. They don't harm healthy, live trees. The adult beetles feed a bit on conifer tree needles, but not enough to do significant damage.
Enjoy!
