Chalcopteroides columbinus (Rainbow darkling beetle)
One of 3 large species of Chalcopteroides in the region. Distinguished by (nearly always) having a green or violet tinge on the pronotum. The overall shape is elongate-ovate; the elytra are brilliant green/violet with the larger punctures arranged in longitudinal rows (striae, singular stria).
Chalcopteroides columbinus is listed in the following regions:
Canberra & Southern Tablelands
Species information
- Chalcopteroides columbinus Scientific name
- Rainbow darkling beetle Common name
- Not Sensitive
- Local native
- Non-Invasive
- Up to 966.1m Recorded at altitude
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