Hoshihananomia leucosticta

Pintail or Tumbling flower beetle at Wodonga, VIC

Hoshihananomia leucosticta at Wodonga, VIC - 15 Dec 2024
Hoshihananomia leucosticta at Wodonga, VIC - 15 Dec 2024
Hoshihananomia leucosticta at Wodonga, VIC - 15 Dec 2024
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Identification history

Hoshihananomia leucosticta 16 Dec 2024 AlisonMilton
Mordellidae (family) 15 Dec 2024 KylieWaldon

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got two of these giant tumbling beetles that looks like an art deco building. The first shot is the best I've ever had of this species which are usually obscured by flowers.

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  • bursaria spinosa Associated plant
  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health
  • Feeding on nectar or pollen Insect behaviour on flower
  • True Pollinator Insect on Flower

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