Chrysina gloriosa

One of the cool beetles one can find in Arizona during the monsoon season, members of this genus are commonly called Jewel Scarabs.

[Kerri]

Where can Kimmi and I find one?

[molizard]

nice close-up

[Jnadonza]

very cool

[Martin Jalkotzy]

Awesome macro!

[Heidi]

Does this one eat poopie?

[Geertje K.]

Really cool, green beetle! Love it!

[Jason Daniels]

Lovely beetle.

[Kimmi]

Where was he?

[bruni]

Nice and clear close up.

[Ellen E]

That is a jewel!

[Brad Johnson]

Gorgeous colors.

[Henriette Sparkes]

Love the colours and detail you captured, great shot.

[Glenys Hardy (Mrs Moose)]

Very pretty green, again colour helps to hide him.

[Kathryn Marshall]

Great beetle shot. Like the details.

[Autumn Eden]

Awesome shot and great colors!

[Jill (Emeraldboots)]

I totally agree - it is an awesome looking bug. I love the green color and stripes!