Chauliognathus lugubris

Plague Soldier Beetle at Sullivans Creek, Turner

Chauliognathus lugubris at Sullivans Creek, Turner - 5 Jan 2024
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Chauliognathus lugubris 11 Jan 2024 AlisonMilton
Chauliognathus lugubris 11 Jan 2024 ConBoekel

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They were impossible to count so 300 is an estimate. It was impossible to step into the group without standing on them. There was much coupling going on.

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  • 300 Abundance
  • 5 Jan 2024 03:49 PM Recorded on
  • ConBoekel Recorded by

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  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Breeding behaviour Breeding behaviour

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