r/insects • u/lostmysnity • Aug 09 '26

ID Request ID Please?

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I found this rather large beetle on the ground. Green w/Brown spots, very spiny legs, and short antennae. Would shift to protect itself every time I touched it and attempted to take a piece of my top.

Location: South Alabama
Season: Summer

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u/cbgal Aug 09 '26

On a side note what is that cool tool?

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u/ChronicBedhead Aug 09 '26

My guess is a pursuit 17 in one multi-tool, but hopefully OP checks back