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43 Types of Beetles in Virginia
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43 Types of Beetles in Virginia

Certain beetles in Virginia are either rare or threatened because of their proximity to natural habitat loss and pollution. While beetles are typically considered a pest in the home, some beetle species can benefit our ecosystem.  There are more than 300,000 beetle species in the world! Below are the types of beetles in Virginia and […]

Imoroa Victor • August 20, 2024
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