Blister Beetle
Meloidae
Insects and ArachnidsConservation: Varies by species
Blister beetles are soft-bodied beetles that release cantharidin, a chemical that blisters skin. They feed on flowers and leaves, and their larvae often develop in bee nests or grasshopper egg pods.
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