Chauliognathus lugubris

Plague Soldier Beetle at Penrose, NSW

Chauliognathus lugubris at Penrose, NSW - 16 Nov 2021
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Chauliognathus lugubris 17 Nov 2021 RogerF
Chauliognathus lugubris 17 Nov 2021 Aussiegall

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I understand why they are called plague Soldier Beetles, they are everywhere at the moment.

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  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Unknown Gender

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