An Chiaróg Chogaidh

An Chiaróg Chogaidh

Soldier Beetle

An Chiaróg Chogaidh

An Chiaróg Chogaidh

Soldier Beetle

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An Chiaróg Chogaidh

Ciaróga cogaidh a thugtar orthu toisc an dearadh dathannach atá cosúil le héide na saighdiúirí tráth dá raibh. Tugann na marcanna breachnaithe foláireamh d’éin nach bhfuil siad deas le hithe. Is minic a fheictear iad ar bharr blátha, áit a mbíonn siad ag lorg feithidí agus pailin mar bheathú.


Soldier Beetle

Soldier beetles are so-called because their colourful design is reminiscent of soldiers’ uniforms of yore. Their variegated markings serve to warn birds that they are unpleasant to eat. They are often found on flower-heads, seeking out insects and pollen on which to feed.