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Acacia Longicorn Beetle (Leanne's Beetle)

Penthea pardalis

Photo by Christiane
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Field Notes

Notes:

We found this large beetle at Leanne's favorite spot. so I named it after her, till we find an ID.

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Acacia Longicorn Beetle II - Penthea pardalis

Species ID Suggestions

Acacia longicorn beetle

Penthea pardalis

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Reza Hashemizadeh
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Comments (3)
Christiane
Thanks Reza Hashemizadeh for the ID. We just found it too... :)
Reza Hashemizadeh
Lots of species under Panthea sp but kinda looked most like Penthea pardalis. Please confirm ID with others on the site :) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penthea_(beetle)
LeanneGardner
A beautiful and amazing beetle, it was so big! Found on a special day in a special spot. You are such a great spotter Christiane!
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PublishedFebruary 15, 2016

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