Chauliognathus lugubris

Plague Soldier Beetle at Fyshwick, ACT

Chauliognathus lugubris at Fyshwick, ACT - 1 Jan 2023
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Chauliognathus lugubris 2 Jan 2023 Amata
Chauliognathus lugubris 2 Jan 2023 MatthewFrawley

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All over the flowers and all over the ground underneath the plant

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  • Callistemon sp. Associated plant
  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Mixed Gender
  • Alive / healthy Animal health
  • Feeding on nectar or pollen Insect behaviour on flower
  • True Pollinator Insect on Flower

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