Harpobittacus australis

Hangingfly at Paddys River, ACT

Harpobittacus australis at Paddys River, ACT - 14 Dec 2021
Harpobittacus australis at Paddys River, ACT - 14 Dec 2021
Harpobittacus australis at Paddys River, ACT - 14 Dec 2021
Harpobittacus australis at Paddys River, ACT - 14 Dec 2021
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Harpobittacus australis 14 Dec 2021 RogerF
Harpobittacus australis 14 Dec 2021 HelenCross

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4 comments

RogerF wrote:
   14 Dec 2021
Male bearing a nuptual gift
RogerF wrote:
   14 Dec 2021
HelenCross wrote:
   14 Dec 2021
Ah - I was wondering why they hang on to them!
HelenCross wrote:
   14 Dec 2021
He mustn't be having much luck - the bee is looking a bit old :)

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  • Apis mellifera Associated Insect
  • 25mm to 50mm Animal size

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