Chauliognathus lugubris

1 Plague Soldier Beetle at Barton, ACT

Chauliognathus lugubris at Barton, ACT - 11 Feb 2023 08:53 AM
Chauliognathus lugubris at Barton, ACT - 11 Feb 2023 08:53 AM
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Chauliognathus lugubris 12 Feb 2023 AlisonMilton
Chauliognathus lugubris 12 Feb 2023 Christine

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Ignore the beautiful and rare Purple-crowned Lorikeet which I was photographing, and notice dozens of Soldier Beetles and other insects. There were a number of profusely flowering Eucs in the area.

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  • Blossoming Eucalyptus Associated plant
  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health
  • True Insect on a flower

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