Castiarina flavopurpurea

2 A Jewel Beetle at Kosciuszko National Park

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Castiarina flavopurpurea entom2 9 Feb 2024
Castiarina flavopurpurea MarkH 9 Feb 2024
Castiarina flavopurpurea Harrisi 9 Feb 2024
Unverified HelenCross 8 Feb 2024

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4 comments

   9 Feb 2024
Pic 1. shows different colours in elytra due to reflections, pics 2/3. are more indicative of suggested sp., likewise the location. Do you know what the plant is Helen?
   9 Feb 2024
Thanks Stuart, I don't but will upload some photos to get an id
   9 Feb 2024
Hi @Harrisi , Ciaran identified it as Olearia myrsinoides (Blush Daisy Bush)
   9 Feb 2024
Thanks Helen, will keep my eyes open for it!

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  • 1 Abundance
  • 7 Feb 2024 05:26 PM Recorded on
  • HelenCross Recorded by
  • Olearia myrsinoides (Blush Daisy Bush) Associated plant
  • 5mm to 12mm Animal size
  • Yes Insect on a flower

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