Charidotella sexpunctata, the golden tortoise beetle, is a species of beetle in the leaf beetle family, Chrysomelidae. It is native to the Americas, and very broadly distributed. [1] …

Jul 20, 2020 · Arguably the shiniest insect you’ll ever see, the golden tortoise beetle (Charidotella sexpunctata) really does look as if it was made of gold. The adult, about ¼ inch (5 to 8 mm) …

Aug 31, 2022 · The golden tortoise beetle is a species of insect in the leaf beetle family, known for its striking gold color. They have rounded, domed bodies, similar to that of ladybugs . This …

Jan 29, 2025 · Few insects boast a truly gold-colored body. The Golden Tortoise Beetle is even more remarkable because it can actually change its coloring at will thanks to microscopic …

Also known as goldbugs, or golden lady bugs, golden tortoise beetles are a common garden pest that chew through the leaves of various plants, especially morning glory vines and sweet …

Feb 27, 2014 · Golden tortoise beetles look similar to lady bird beetles (the Coccinellidae family), but actually belong to the Chrysomelidae, or leaf beetles: a huge family whose 37,000 …

Golden tortoise beetle, a true marvel of nature. Scientifically known as Charidotella sexpunctata, this captivating insect captures our imagination with its striking golden hue and remarkable …

Nov 22, 2021 · Learn about the Golden Tortoise Beetle and its identification. Get details about their larvae, their life cycle, the damage they can cause and other facts.

The golden tortoise beetle (Charidotella sexpunctata) and other tortoise beetles are nearly circular and rather flattened, and the pronotum shield completely covers the top of the head. This …

May 2, 2023 · Overall golden-orange or golden-yellow with or without black elytral spots; legs mostly yellow, body oval or almost circular-shaped, elytral margins transparent, elytra and …