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Gum Tree Shield Bug
Poecilometis patruelis
-37.9623, 145.397
Field Notes
Description:
Similar to several other world species which Australia is desperate to keep out such as Brown Marmorated and Yellow Spotted. <br> The all-black exposed connexivum makes these identified as native species. <br> About 24mm long.
Habitat:
This one on Acacia sp. might have been resting on it's journey. <br> In a local nature reserve.
Notes:
Government biosecurity identification guide here... https://www.farmbiosecurity.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/guide-ide…
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Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedOctober 13, 2021
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