Castiarina praetermissa (lycid mimic jewel beetle)

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(Carter, 1921)

One of many lycid mimic jewel beetles from the ACT region, this distinctive yet not often seen buprestid has strong black markings linear to it suture (middle) and extending laterally across its elytra (wing covers). Ventrally it is black with blue reflections.

Length approx.

male: 9.8mm

female: 11.2mm

Castiarina praetermissa is listed in the following regions:

Canberra & Southern Tablelands

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Castiarina praetermissa (lycid mimic jewel beetle) at Brindabella, ACT - 6 Dec 2024 by Harrisi

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Castiarina praetermissa (lycid mimic jewel beetle) at Brindabella, ACT - 6 Dec 2024 by Harrisi

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Species information

Castiarina praetermissa Scientific name
lycid mimic jewel beetle Common name
Not Sensitive
Rare or uncommon native
Non-invasive or negligible
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Location information

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Namadgi National Park
Places
Brindabella, ACT

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