Gnathocera is a genus of beetles belonging to the family Scarabaeidae.

Gnathocera
Gnathocera trivittata from Uganda
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Gnathocera

Kirby, 1825

Description

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Species of the genus Gnathocera can reach a body length of about 15–20 millimetres (0.59–0.79 in). The larvae live in soil. The adult beetles are usually found in the high grass.

Distribution

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This genus is widespread in the Afro-tropical region.

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