Galerita bicolor

G. bicolor is found from New York to Florida, and west to South Dakota and Texas. == Description ==

G. bicolor is generally about 17.0-22.5 mm in length. It is large and elongated, with a bicolor scheme (red and black). The head is narrow and smaller than the body. The elytra is black, and ridged, with setae over the basal third. Its antennae are pale and somewhat wider than the rest at the base. Pronotum red. == Biology ==

G. bicolor can be found under bark year-round. Females produce purse-shaped mud cells under leaves. Eggs are laid here. They are fond of moist areas, which can include woodlands, meadows, and backyards. They are usually encountered either dead or under leaf litter or a rock or log. In the wild, they can live about 1-2 years. They are most active from February-November. They eat insects as larvae and adults, and are mainly hunted by birds. ==References==