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Sagra purpurea

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Sagra purpurea
Museum specimen of Sagra purpurea
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S. purpurea
Binomial name
Sagra purpurea
(Licht. 1795)

Sagra purpurea is a species of beetles belonging to the family Chrysomelidae.

Description

Sagra purpurea can reach a length of 20 mm (0.79 in). These beetles have a striking sexual dimorphism. The males are much larger and have very long and strong hind legs. The basic color is quite variable, but usually it is metallic reddish.

Distribution

This species can be found in the forests of China, India and Vietnam.

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