Bombardier Beetle (Pheropsophus verticalis)

BOMBARDIER BEETLE FACTS

Identification:

The Bombardier Beetle, a member of the Carabidae family, boasts a striking appearance with its black body adorned with brown patches on its wing covers. Its unique defense mechanism involves creating explosions from its rear end by mixing chemicals, resulting in a loud pop and a spray of boiling steam and chemicals.

Size:

- Length: 12mm - 18mm

Habitat:

- Found in undisturbed riverbanks and river floodplains

Food:

- Feeds on other insects

Range:

- Eastern Australia

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