#fulcidax

[addicted2wasps]

I tried to challenge myself today by drawing a Fulcidax (Chrysomelidae), which is not an easy subject. Not a wasp, but I've always thought this beetle was unique and interesting. I did my best based on available resources. Drawn mostly with coloured pencils, white gel pen and a bit of marker.

[ecuadorlife]

Tiny shiny Beetle from the Amazon rainforest of Ecuador by Andreas Kay Via Flickr: This little beetle it is about 6 mm in length and belongs to the genus Chlamisus or Fulcidax in the leaf beetle family Chrysomelidae, Cryptocephalinae. These warty beetles are supposed to mimic caterpillar droppings, which gives them an advantage in the struggle for survival by protecting them from being eaten by birds, but which caterpillar leaves shiny fuchsia and purple droppings? More videos from Ecuador at www.youtube.com/AndreasKay

[ecuadorlife]

Tiny shiny Beetle, Chlamisus or Fulcidax sp.? Chrysomelidae: Cryptocephalina by Andreas Kay Via Flickr: from Ecuador: www.flickr.com/andreaskay/albums

[ecuadorlife]

Tiny Purple Beetle, Chlamisus or Fulcidax sp.? Chrysomelidae, Cryptocephalinae, Chlamisini by Andreas Kay Via Flickr: from Ecuador: www.flickr.com/andreaskay/albums