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πŸͺ² Beetles

Golden Christmas Beetle

Anoplognathus aureus

About

A brilliant golden-coloured scarab beetle that emerges in large numbers during the Australian summer. Adults feed on eucalyptus foliage and are a classic symbol of the Australian Christmas season.

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Did You Know?

Christmas beetle populations have declined significantly in urban areas due to habitat loss and soil compaction affecting larvae.