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Maladera sagittula

Maladera sagittula is a species of beetle of the family Scarabaeidae. It is found in India (Kerala).

Description

Adults reach a length of about 8.1–9 mm. They have a dark brown, oblong-oval body with yellowish antennae. They are mostly dull and the dorsal surface is nearly glabrous, except for some setae on the head.

Etymology

The species name is derived from Latin sagittulus (meaning a small arrow) and refers to the shape of the apex of the right paramere.

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