Photo of the Week: Dogbane Beetle

Chrysochus auratus, more commonly known as the dogbane beetle, is a leaf beetle primarily found in the eastern United States and Canada. The beetle is approximately 8 to 11 mm in length, and possesses an oblong and convex shape. This beetle has two pairs of wings, one of which is a pair of copper colored elytra. The beetle is typically found to have a blue-green hue, and its color is often used to ward away potential predators. (Source: Wikipedia)

Our feature, Photo of the Week, presents a new picture each week by a local photographer. We invite local photographers to share their photographs here.   Please include a description/caption and an indication of who is to be credited.