Chaetophthalmus sp. (genus)

A bristle fly at Franklin, ACT

Chaetophthalmus sp. (genus) at Franklin, ACT - suppressed
Chaetophthalmus sp. (genus) at Franklin, ACT - suppressed
Chaetophthalmus sp. (genus) at Franklin, ACT - suppressed
Chaetophthalmus sp. (genus) at Franklin, ACT - suppressed
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Identification history

Chaetophthalmus sp. (genus) 22 Sep 2025 MichaelMulvaney
Unverified 19 Sep 2025 chriselidie

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Lapping up nectar using long black proboscis.

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  • Geraldton Wax Associated plant
  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • True Insect on a flower

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