When is a tortoise not a tortoise? When it’s actually a beetle! The golden tortoise beetle, scientifically known as Aspidimorpha sanctaecrucis, is a creature that mesmerizes with its turtle-like shell adorned with a striking golden pattern. This beetle looks like a tiny jewel come to life. As adorable as this beetle is sparkling, its part-golden, part-transparent carapace … [Read more...] about Dazzling Golden Tortoise Beetles Look Like Tiny Jewels Scurrying Across Leaves