Mexican bean beetle

What is a "Mexican bean beetle"?

A Mexican bean beetle is a small beetle native to Mexico and the United States, specifically known for its destructive feeding on bean plants. It has a distinctive yellowish-orange coloration with black spots on its wing covers, and both adults and larvae feed on the leaves, flowers, and pods of bean plants, often causing significant damage to the crops. Efforts are made to control and manage this pest to minimize its impact on bean production.