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blister beetle

/ˈblɪstər ˈbiːtəl/

翻译: 芫菁科(Meloidae)甲虫,能分泌斑蝥素,接触皮肤可引起水疱。常见于田野和花园中。

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/ˈblɪstər ˈbiːtəl/C1formalscientific
  • zh芫菁科(Meloidae)甲虫,能分泌斑蝥素,接触皮肤可引起水疱。常见于田野和花园中。

A type of beetle from the family Meloidae, known for secreting a chemical called cantharidin, which can cause skin blisters. These beetles are often found in gardens and fields.

  1. Toxic insectC1formal

    A type of beetle from the family Meloidae that secretes a chemical called cantharidin, which can cause blisters on human skin.

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    • The blister beetle is known for its defensive secretion of cantharidin.
    • Farmers are cautious of blister beetles in alfalfa fields.
    • Contact with a blister beetle can cause painful skin blisters.