American Oil Beetle
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American Oil Beetle

An American Oil Beetle was spotted in the Lower Arboretum. When threatened, the American Oil Beetle can release a toxic chemical called cantharidin. Cantharidin can be fatal if consumed and burn the skin.

  09/30/2022  
 Anwesha Mukherji, Class of 2023
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  • Title American Oil Beetle
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  • Date September 30, 2022
  • Description An American Oil Beetle was spotted in the Lower Arboretum. When threatened, the American Oil Beetle can release a toxic chemical called cantharidin. Cantharidin can be fatal if consumed and burn the skin.
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  • Keywords American Oil Beetle, Lower Arboretum, Arb, Wildlife
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