Acmaeodera scalaris is a species of jewel beetle in the family Buprestidae, specifically within the genus Acmaeodera. Known for their elongated, often brightly patterned bodies, members of this genus are commonly found in areas with abundant flowering plants. The larvae develop as wood-borers, feeding on the cambium or other woody tissues of trees and shrubs.They may target both living and dead wood, contributing to natural decomposition processes.