Plague Soldier Beetles (𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘶𝘭𝘪𝘰𝘨𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘶𝘴 𝘭𝘶𝘨𝘶𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘴) can be seen in the Gardens on mass right now! The beetles swarm during their mating period and can sometimes congregate in such large numbers that they weigh down the branches of some plants. The adult beetles gather to mate, and feed on pollen, nectar, and small insects. 📸Amanda C. | Australian National Botanic Gardens

Did you know? Beetles are the largest group in the animal kingdom. | Nature | PBS

1.1K views · 14 reactions | Beetles are the most diverse and abundant species on Earth, and they play a vital role in nearly every ecosystem. So what makes these colorful, clever insects contenders for the title of "most important species on the planet"? Find out on Bugs That Rule the World, tonight at 10pm on GPB: https://www.pbs.org/show/bugs-that-rule-the-world/ | Georgia Public Broadcasting | Facebook