Hello folks who wonder if I am unemployed now since there are 2 posts in 2 days,

I recently published a post titled "Is the enemy of an enemy a friend?". One thing I left out was some of the videos I had captured of the Eucalyptus Leaf beetle.

So this addendum post shows those videos. Also, my phone is struggling to make room for new videos I capture for future posts hence I am offloading it over here.

The video below showcases the eggs of the Eucalyptus Leaf beetle, revealing a fascinating surface texture. Each egg is covered with numerous tiny protrusions, creating a uniform and densely textured appearance. This intricate surface structure likely helps the eggs adhere firmly to the leaf surface. Such an adaptation prevents the eggs from falling off or rolling around, ensuring they remain securely in place throughout their development.


Observe the mouthparts of the adult beetle against my fingers. These mouthparts cannot penetrate human skin but will make short work of the Eucalyptus leaf they are devouring.


And finally, like all beetles they have a hardened shield on top of their abdomens called elytra to conceal the delicate hindwings. Here I am squeezing it from the sides to show a part of the wing concealed by the elytra.


Alright that is it for now, next post we will definitely be visiting the Farallon Islands. Stay tuned!



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