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Eucalyptus Weevil The Eucalyptus weevils, Gonipterus spp. (Coleoptera: Curculionidae), are leaf-feeding beetles native to Australia. There are approximately 20 described species within the genus Gonipterus occurring across the eastern areas of Australia from Northern Tasmania to Queensland, and a small number in southwestern Australia. Australia,Geotagged,Gonipterus scutellatus,summer Click/tap to enlarge

Eucalyptus Weevil

The Eucalyptus weevils, Gonipterus spp. (Coleoptera: Curculionidae), are leaf-feeding beetles native to Australia. There are approximately 20 described species within the genus Gonipterus occurring across the eastern areas of Australia from Northern Tasmania to Queensland, and a small number in southwestern Australia.

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    Perfect , a great image. Posted 4 years ago
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      Thank you Ernst Posted 4 years ago

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The Gum Tree Weevil

"Gonipterus scutellatus" is a species of weevil in the Curculionidae family. It is commonly known as the eucalyptus snout beetle, the eucalyptus weevil or the gum tree weevil. It feeds and breeds on "Eucalyptus" trees and is endemic to Australia.

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Uploaded Jan 15, 2021. Captured Dec 13, 2009 09:00 in 58-82 Terrace Falls Rd, Hazelbrook NSW 2779, Australia.
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  • NIKON D5000
  • f/22.0
  • 5/1000s
  • ISO800
  • 105mm

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