Anoplognathus sp. (genus)

Unidentified Christmas beetle at Avoca, QLD

Anoplognathus sp. (genus) at Avoca, QLD - 8 Jan 2024
Anoplognathus sp. (genus) at Avoca, QLD - 8 Jan 2024
Anoplognathus sp. (genus) at Avoca, QLD - 8 Jan 2024
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Identification history

Anoplognathus sp. (genus) 13 Sep 2024 HaukeKoch
Anoplognathus sp. (genus) 27 Aug 2024 HelenCross
Unidentified 13 Jan 2024 Gaylesp8

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Believed to be a Christmas Beetle, found treading water in a wheelbarrow that had been out in the rain. Rare sight these days.

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HaukeKoch wrote:
   13 Sep 2024
Probably Anoplognathus boisduvalii, but it's best to take a picture from the rear (and underside) as well to make sure it's not an A. porosus that has very pronounced black markings on the elytra.

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  • 1 Abundance
  • 8 Jan 2024 06:39 AM Recorded on
  • Gaylesp8 Recorded by

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  • 25mm to 50mm Animal size
  • Unknown Gender
  • Alive / healthy Animal health

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