What
Myrtle Rust (Austropuccinia psidii)Observer
arpughDescription
On Lophomyrtus bullata (or hybrid). Lots of thrips silvering.
Several healthy looking unripe fruit also on the tree.
Photos / Sounds
What
Myrtle Rust (Austropuccinia psidii)Observer
arpughDescription
On Pohutukawa epicormic growth
Photos / Sounds
What
Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle (Oryctes rhinoceros)Observer
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Collected by myself and Department of Primary Industries (DPI) staff.
Likely the Guam invasive biotype, but needs genetic confirmation.
What
Genus HenosepilachnaObserver
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Based on C.S. Li 1993 description and distribution.
Found feeding on Tomato
What
Thistle Tortoise Beetle (Cassida rubiginosa)Observer
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A small individual found on side of the house
What
Californian Thistle Leaf Beetle (Lema cyanella)Observer
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On a Californian Thistle.
ID confirmed by C. Wardhaugh.
What
Asian Lady Beetle (Harmonia axyridis)Observer
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Found inside Daly's clearing hut, surrounded by native bush
What
Bronze Bug (Thaumastocoris peregrinus)Observer
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Adult also seen but wouldn't stay still for a photo