Cryptocephalinae (sub-family)

A case-bearing leaf beetle at Cook, ACT

Cryptocephalinae (sub-family) at Cook, ACT - 24 Oct 2021
Cryptocephalinae (sub-family) at Cook, ACT - 24 Oct 2021
Cryptocephalinae (sub-family) at Cook, ACT - 24 Oct 2021
Cryptocephalinae (sub-family) at Cook, ACT - 24 Oct 2021
Cryptocephalinae (sub-family) at Cook, ACT - 24 Oct 2021
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Identification history

Cryptocephalinae (sub-family) 19 Feb 2022 AlisonMilton
Cryptocephalinae (sub-family) 15 Nov 2021 CathB

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User's notes

When this tiny blob (about 5 mm) moved unexpectedly in the leaf litter, I collected it and photographed it later as it fed on dead leaves from the site. The larva retreated inside at the slightest disturbance so it had to be photographed through the lid. First three photos 21 Oct, last two 24 Oct.

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RogerF wrote:
   15 Nov 2021
The case is made from its faeces!

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  • 1 Abundance
  • 24 Oct 2021 07:52 AM Recorded on
  • CathB Recorded by

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  • Less than 5mm Animal size

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