Chauliognathus lugubris

Plague Soldier Beetle at Gordon Craig Park

Chauliognathus lugubris at Gordon Craig Park - 1 Dec 2023
Chauliognathus lugubris at Gordon Craig Park - 1 Dec 2023
Chauliognathus lugubris at Gordon Craig Park - 1 Dec 2023
Chauliognathus lugubris at Gordon Craig Park - 1 Dec 2023
Chauliognathus lugubris at Gordon Craig Park - 1 Dec 2023
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Identification history

Chauliognathus lugubris 2 Dec 2023 AlisonMilton
Chauliognathus lugubris 2 Dec 2023 KylieWaldon

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three pairs and one interloper who walked right round one pair and then straight over the top of them without incident.

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  • 7 Abundance
  • 1 Dec 2023 08:50 AM Recorded on
  • KylieWaldon Recorded by

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  • kunzea Associated plant
  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Mixed Gender
  • Breeding behaviour Breeding behaviour
  • Alive / healthy Animal health
  • Breeding behaviour Insect behaviour on flower
  • True Pollinator Insect on Flower

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