Additional information
| Common Name | Bombardier Beetle |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brachinus spp. |
| Size | To .5 in. (1.3 cm) |
Named for its explosive defense mechanism. When threatened, it sprays a burning acid from the tip of its abdomen at its aggressor. The ejection of spray is accompanied by a popping sound. It can aim the toxin with remarkable accuracy in any direction. Acid spray released from turret on abdomen with popping sound
| Common Name | Bombardier Beetle |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brachinus spp. |
| Size | To .5 in. (1.3 cm) |