Question

Caminaridin is extracted from:

• A. Buprestid beetle
• B. Blister Beetle
• C. Chafer Beetle
• D. Pulse Beetle

Hint:

Remember: "Blister" in the name indicates the compound's vesicant (blister-causing) properties.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Caminaridin (cantharidin) is a toxic defensive compound
Naturally produced by meloid beetles (family Meloidae), commonly called blister beetles
Historically used in medicine as "Spanish fly"
Other options:
Buprestid beetles: Produce no significant toxins
Chafer beetles: Plant feeders with no known medicinal compounds
Pulse beetles: Storage pests