Gonipterus sp. (genus)

Eucalyptus Weevil at Undefined Area

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Gonipterus sp. (genus) AlisonMilton 4 Jan 2026
Gonipterus sp. (genus) Jimbobo 4 Jan 2026
Unverified KylieWaldon 26 Nov 2023

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I've guessed sawfly. TIny shiny mucus looking blobby shape, delicately devouring the leaf. Very bizarre looking and tiny.

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   4 Jan 2026
Not Sawfly larvae, but weevil larvae.

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  • 5 Abundance
  • 25 Nov 2023 10:14 AM Recorded on
  • KylieWaldon Recorded by
  • varnish wattle Associated plant
  • 5mm to 12mm Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health

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