These beetles belong to a family of insects called blister beetles. There are around 2,500 member species in the world, several species of which are commonly called old- fashioned potato beetles.

The lily leaf beetle is eating its way across Michigan’s lilies. ... Solomon’s seal, bittersweet, potatoes, hollyhocks and various hosta species,” according to MSU.

Leaf beetles can be found to feed on almost all plant groups. They live in the rhizosphere, the canopy and even underwater. Many leaf beetles, such as the Colorado potato beetle, are notorious pests.

Insects become pests for a number of reasons. They can invade your home, eat your plants, and endanger your family’s health.Blister beetles are an example of a pest that’s dangerous to both ...