Mylabris flexuosa

Mylabris flexuosa is a species of blister beetle, belonging to the Meloidae family.

Distribution and habitat
This species is present in Southern Europe (Andorra, France, Italy, Spain and Switzerland), in Russia and in Central Asia. It mainly inhabits prairies.

Description
Mylabris flexuosa can reach a length of 10 - 12 mm. Head, antennae, pronotum and legs are black, while elytra show yellow and black bands and markings. It has an extensive and easily seen pubescence.

This species is similar to Mylabris variabilis.