Anostostoma opacum

3 Giant King Cricket at Wingecarribee Local Government Area

Anostostoma opacum at Wingecarribee Local Government Area - 10 Jan 2024
Anostostoma opacum at Wingecarribee Local Government Area - 10 Jan 2024
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Identification history

Anostostoma opacum 13 Jan 2024 RogerF
Stenopelmatidae sp. (family) 13 Jan 2024 RogerF
Stenopelmatidae sp. (family) 12 Jan 2024 Aussiegall

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Not sure if this is the correct ID? A very large cricket which appeared to have a hold of the beetle at one stage, looked like it was trying to eat it?

2 comments

RogerF wrote:
   13 Jan 2024
Good find. A predator, handle with care can give a nasty bite!
Aussiegall wrote:
   13 Jan 2024
Thanks Roger, I will make sure I don't touch it

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  • Dung beetle which appeared to be trying to eat? Associated Insect
  • 50mm or larger Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health

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