Castiarina praetermissa (lycid mimic jewel beetle)
(Carter, 1921)
One of many lycid mimic jewel beetles from the ACT region, this distinctive yet not often seen buprestid has strong black markings linear to it suture (middle) and extending laterally across its elytra (wing covers). Ventrally it is black with blue reflections.
Length approx.
male: 9.8mm
female: 11.2mm
Castiarina praetermissa is listed in the following regions:
Species information
- Castiarina praetermissa Scientific name
- lycid mimic jewel beetle Common name
- Not Sensitive
- Rare or uncommon native
- Non-invasive or negligible
- Machine learning
- External link More information
Location information
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Maps
Namadgi National Park -
Places
Brindabella, ACT
