The wonderful world of insects - Soldier beetle(Cantharidae)

Cantharidae is a Coleoptera family, close to the Lampyridae family (including Lampyrums and Fireflies), but are incapable of producing light. Adults are predators of insects and other invertebrates. They also feed on nectar and pollen flowers.
These are insects highly appreciated by gardeners as biological control agents against a number of harmful insects. In addition, adults can contribute to the pollination of certain plants.

Camera: Nikon D5200
Lens: Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro
Settings: f/11, 1/400sec, ISO 200

Camera: Nikon D5200
Lens: Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro
Settings: f/5.6, 1/160sec, ISO 200
Common Red Soldier Beetle

Camera: Nikon D5200
Lens: Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro
Settings: f/8, 1/125sec, ISO 400

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