Bess Beetles Montana Public Radio
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While other beetles are known to make various squeaks and hisses, Bess Beetle adults and larvae can make 14 distinctly different sounds to convey danger to the rest of the family, attract a mate, and enable family communications.
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10 Fascinating Facts about Bess Beetles
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10 Fascinating Facts about Bess Beetles
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A Riffle Beetle - Obs. by Year - Montana Field Guide
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10 Fascinating Facts about Bess Beetles