Chauliognathus sp. (genus)

Soldier beetle at Yackandandah, VIC

Chauliognathus sp. (genus) at Yackandandah, VIC - 11 Dec 2021
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Identification history

Chauliognathus sp. (genus) 25 Mar 2024 AlisonMilton
Chauliognathus lugubris 20 Dec 2023 KylieWaldon
Unidentified 12 Dec 2021 KylieWaldon

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Didn't look like the other bugs I'd taken photos of. I think its a pair, but again, the male is much smaller.

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  • kunzea Associated plant
  • 5mm to 12mm Animal size
  • Mixed Gender
  • Breeding behaviour Breeding behaviour
  • Alive / healthy Animal health
  • Breeding behaviour Insect behaviour on flower
  • True Pollinator Insect on Flower

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