Chauliognathus lugubris

Plague Soldier Beetle at Wodonga, VIC

Chauliognathus lugubris at Wodonga, VIC - 16 Apr 2023
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Chauliognathus lugubris 16 Apr 2023 AlisonMilton
Chauliognathus lugubris 16 Apr 2023 KylieWaldon

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rare sight - only one! inbetween rain bands. It was on the trunk of this wattle which had sap all over it.

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  • 1 Abundance
  • 16 Apr 2023 04:20 PM Recorded on
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  • wattle Associated plant
  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health

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