Chauliognathus sydneyanus

Sydney soldier beetle at Pambula, NSW

Chauliognathus sydneyanus at Pambula, NSW - 23 Dec 2022
Chauliognathus sydneyanus at Pambula, NSW - 23 Dec 2022
Chauliognathus sydneyanus at Pambula, NSW - 23 Dec 2022
Chauliognathus sydneyanus at Pambula, NSW - 23 Dec 2022
Chauliognathus sydneyanus at Pambula, NSW - 23 Dec 2022
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Identification history

Chauliognathus sydneyanus 6 Feb 2023 KimberiRP
Chauliognathus lugubris 25 Dec 2022 Amata
Unidentified 25 Dec 2022 KylieWaldon

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never seen so many before, all different sizes, all mating.

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Sighting information

  • 1000 Abundance
  • 23 Dec 2022 08:37 AM Recorded on
  • KylieWaldon Recorded by

Additional information

  • queen annes lace, grass seed heads, kunzea Associated plant
  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Mixed Gender
  • Breeding behaviour Breeding behaviour
  • Alive / healthy Animal health
  • Breeding behaviour Insect behaviour on flower

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