Chauliognathus lugubris

Plague Soldier Beetle at Monitoring Site 136 - Riparian

Chauliognathus lugubris at Monitoring Site 136 - Riparian - 18 Dec 2023
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Chauliognathus lugubris 19 Dec 2023 AlisonMilton
Chauliognathus lugubris 19 Dec 2023 KylieWaldon

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Didn't even see this tree full out when we left, but on return the smell of the blossom and white flowers were obvious, and yes - more plague soldier beetles (feeding not mating)

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  • 300 Abundance
  • 18 Dec 2023 08:13 AM Recorded on
  • KylieWaldon Recorded by

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  • sydney red gum Associated plant
  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Mixed Gender
  • Alive / healthy Animal health
  • Feeding on nectar or pollen Insect behaviour on flower
  • True Pollinator Insect on Flower

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