Chauliognathus lugubris

Plague Soldier Beetle at Lions Youth Haven - Westwood Farm A.C.T.

Chauliognathus lugubris at Lions Youth Haven - Westwood Farm A.C.T. - 16 Apr 2024
Chauliognathus lugubris at Lions Youth Haven - Westwood Farm A.C.T. - 16 Apr 2024
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Chauliognathus lugubris 16 Apr 2024 AlisonMilton
Chauliognathus lugubris 16 Apr 2024 HelenCross

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2 comments

AlisonMilton wrote:
   16 Apr 2024
Obviously still around in good numbers.
HelenCross wrote:
   16 Apr 2024
They seem to still be hammering any eucalypt that is currently flowering

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  • 101 - 1,000 Abundance
  • 16 Apr 2024 04:08 PM Recorded on
  • HelenCross Recorded by

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  • Eucalyptus stellulata Associated plant
  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Mixed Gender
  • Breeding behaviour Breeding behaviour
  • Feeding on nectar or pollen Insect behaviour on flower
  • True Pollinator Insect on Flower

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