Phyllotocus rufipennis

Nectar scarab at Curtin, ACT

Phyllotocus rufipennis at Curtin, ACT - 14 Nov 2024 11:15 AM
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Phyllotocus rufipennis 14 Jan 2025 KimberiRP
Phyllotocus sp. (genus) 14 Nov 2024 AlisonMilton
Unverified 14 Nov 2024 SMOT

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A cluster of mating beetles on white Dahlias in the backyard. Probably Aphodius fimetarius (Red dung beetle)

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  • Dahlia Associated plant
  • 5mm to 12mm Animal size
  • Mixed Gender
  • Mating Breeding behaviour
  • Alive / healthy Animal health
  • Breeding behaviour Insect behaviour on flower
  • True Insect on a flower

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