Anoplognathus sp. (genus)

Unidentified Christmas beetle at Sth Tablelands Ecosystem Park

Anoplognathus sp. (genus) at Sth Tablelands Ecosystem Park - 17 Feb 2022
Anoplognathus sp. (genus) at Sth Tablelands Ecosystem Park - 17 Feb 2022
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Identification history

Anoplognathus sp. (genus) 10 Jan 2024 HaukeKoch
Anoplognathus sp. (genus) 22 Dec 2023 HaukeKoch
Anoplognathus hirsutus 18 Feb 2022 Amata
Anoplognathus hirsutus 18 Feb 2022 AndyRussell

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HaukeKoch wrote:
   22 Dec 2023
Possible A. porosus. For Christmas Beetle IDs, it's generally best to get a shot of the rear (pygidium), and, if possible, underside. The general appearance and lack of setae on the head and pronotum suggests this is not A. hirsutus.

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