| Anomala | |
|---|---|
| Anomala mongolica | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Coleoptera |
| Family: | Scarabaeidae |
| Subfamily: | Rutelinae |
| Tribe: | Anomalini |
| Genus: |
Anomala Samouelle, 1819 |
| Species | |
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Many, including: |
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Many, including:
The genus Anomala consists of many species of similar beetles. A common characteristic behavior is that most grubs of these species feed on the roots of grasses, becoming a pest in many areas where they invade. One notable species is the Oriental beetle, which was introduced to North America and has since become a major pest in several mid-Atlantic states.