Neorrhina punctata

Spotted flower chafer at Molonglo Valley, ACT

Neorrhina punctata at Molonglo Valley, ACT - 31 Dec 2022
Neorrhina punctata at Molonglo Valley, ACT - 31 Dec 2022
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Identification history

Neorrhina punctata 11 Jan 2023 Amata
Neorrhina punctata 11 Jan 2023 Miranda

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User's notes

One insect in flight zeroed in on one already on the plant so I'm guessing this was a male finding a female. She was not very interested and flew off.

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Location information

Sighting information

  • 2 Abundance
  • 31 Dec 2022 03:52 PM Recorded on
  • Miranda Recorded by

Additional information

  • Kunzea Associated plant
  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Mixed Gender
  • Breeding behaviour Breeding behaviour
  • Breeding behaviour Insect behaviour on flower

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