Melobasis sp. (genus)

Unidentified Melobasis jewel Beetle at Throsby, ACT

Melobasis sp. (genus) at Throsby, ACT - 21 Feb 2023
Melobasis sp. (genus) at Throsby, ACT - 21 Feb 2023
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Melobasis sp. (genus) 22 Feb 2023 MarkH
Melobasis sp. (genus) 22 Feb 2023 DPRees125

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MarkH wrote:
   22 Feb 2023
This is likely a male Melobasis sordida however determination to species level is generally only possible by examination under a microscope.

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  • 4 - 15 Abundance
  • 21 Feb 2023 11:59 AM Recorded on
  • DPRees125 Recorded by

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  • silver wattle Associated plant
  • 5mm to 12mm Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health

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