Chalcopteroides columbinus (Rainbow darkling beetle)

One of 3 large species of Chalcopteroides in the region. Distinguished by (nearly always) having a green or violet tinge on the pronotum. The overall shape is elongate-ovate; the elytra are brilliant green/violet with the larger punctures arranged in longitudinal rows (striae, singular stria).

Chalcopteroides columbinus is listed in the following regions:

Canberra & Southern Tablelands

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