Family: Chrysomelidae
Subfamily: Chrysomelinae
Length: 6-7 mm
In West Virginia, this beetle is most often encountered in June, but can be found anytime between May and August.
Along with size, shape, and markings, another key question to ask in identification is: was the beetle feeding on Ninebark?
The beetle at right was feeding on Ninebark in the Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge in Tucker County.
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Insects of West Virginia Website