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This clumsy green beetle is buzzing all over L.A. It might just crash into your face

First publishedAug 18, 10:00 UTC

Last updatedAug 18, 12:07 UTC · 4m ago

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Big, green and notoriously bad at flying, figeater beetles are taking over Los Angeles this month. Here's why the clumsy insects are thriving.

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What's the story?: Big, green and notoriously bad at flying, figeater beetles are taking over Los Angeles this month. Here's why the clumsy insects are thriving.
How widely is it covered?: 1 outlet, average source rating 7.0/10.
When was it last updated?: 4m ago.

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This clumsy green beetle is buzzing all over L.A. It might just crash into your face
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