Common Cockchafer (Melolontha melolontha) also known as a May bug or Doodlebug. Close up macro of the large chestnut European beetle in June during the above ground adult stage of it's life cycle.

Treecard on Instagram: "From @the.lost.woods: “This little creature is a common cockchafer (Melolontha melolontha). You can easily guess its gender by looking at these cute antennae : males have seven « leaves » whereas females have only six. Native to Europe the life cycle of these beetles typically lasts from 3 to 5 years 📆 Adult females lay their eggs in the soil, where they hatch. Then the larvae develop underground for several years ! Primarily feeding on plant roots. They then undergo met