Eucalyptus leaf beetle survey

Posted by MichaelBedingfield

Leaf beetle larvae survey call for help

I am conducting a survey to match beetle larvae to the adult beetle. I have successfully raised six species but need help in collecting larvae from areas to which I don’t have easy access. I’m particularly interested in Eucalyptus beetles and the darker larvae I’ve seen posted on CNM. If members are able to collect specimens I’m happy to collect them from you to raise to the beetle stage.

If you have specimens to be collected you can email me at apm56@optusnet.com.au to arrange collection.

If possible, please photograph the larvae in the field first so that we know the location.

It would be great if we could clarify some of the unknown larvae.

Thanks

Alison Milton