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Neoserica plateosa

Neoserica plateosa is a species of beetle of the family Scarabaeidae. It is found in India (Karnataka).

Description

Adults reach a length of about 6.2–7.2 mm. They have a yellowish brown, oval body. The anterior disc, two lateral long spots on the pronotum and various small spots on the elytra are dark and with a greenish shine. The dorsal surface is dull and glabrous.

Etymology

The species name is derived from Latin plateosus (meaning rich with spots) and refers to the dark ornamentation of the dorsal surface.

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