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Brunei: Rare beetle species spotted in Kota Batu; no Covid-19 case in nine days

The Jewel Bug or Lychee Shield-Backed Bug (Chrysocoris stolli). - Borneo Bulletin/Asian News Network

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Aug 17 (Borneo Bulletin/ANN): A rare species of beetle has made a brief visit to a residence in Kota Batu.

Coloured a brilliant metallic green with black spots, the beetle is commonly known as the Jewel Bug or Lychee Shield-Backed Bug (Chrysocoris stolli).

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Jewel Bug or Lychee Shield-Backed Bug (Chrysocoris stolli) , Rare Insect , In Brunei , Found , Kota Batu

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