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Heteronychus arator

African black beetle at suppressed

Heteronychus arator at suppressed - 14 Sep 2023
Heteronychus arator at suppressed - 14 Sep 2023
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Identification history

Heteronychus arator 18 Sep 2023 AlisonMilton
Heteronychus arator 18 Sep 2023 Aussiegall

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Species information

  • Heteronychus arator Scientific name
  • African black beetle Common name
  • Not Sensitive
  • Exotic
  • Non-Invasive

Sighting information

  • 1 Abundance
  • 14 Sep 2023 08:22 PM Recorded on
  • Aussiegall Recorded by

Additional information

  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health

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  • Confirmed by an expert moderator
  • Nearby sighting(s) of same species
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