Rosemary Beetle (Chrysolina americana)
Introduction
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Rosemary Beetle (Chrysolina americana)
Image: © Peter Pearson Taken: 30 Jun 2014
Found on rosemary and lavender this beetle originates from southern Europe. First recorded in London it has spread across southern and eastern England apace and has become a serious pest.
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Image Location
Latitude
51.907107
Longitude
0.926016