Rhipicera femorata (Feather-horned beetle)


Family Rhipiceridae

A parallel-sided beetle, 13-20mm long, black with white spots. Males have elaborate 'feathery' antennae, while those of the larger and more robust female are toothed only.

They are found on vegetation in late summer and autumn. The larvae are believed to be parasitoids on cicada nymphs. 


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