Umtali flower beetle

The Umtali flower beetle is distinguished by its beautiful metallic colors of blue-purple, green and pearl, or by its colorful borders.

Belonging to the Coleoptera order, this beetle is found in the rainforests of Central Africa from Uganda to Zimbabwe. It’s poorly documented to this point, and observation of its behavior at the Insectarium will advance research on the subject. If you’re lucky enough to have a flower beetle land on your hand, it’ll feel very much like a ladybug’s feet.