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Post by wibblied on Jan 19, 2020 2:38:47 GMT -8
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Post by Adam Cotton on Jan 19, 2020 5:18:31 GMT -8
It seems to be a beetle of family Cerambycidae. Probably someone can give a more accurate identification.
Adam.
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Post by bichos on Jan 19, 2020 6:23:44 GMT -8
Im not familiar with this species. Or maybe even its genus.
But it could be Coptocercus sp.
Its a longicorn beetle as Adam wrote.
The larvae feed upon dead and dying trees, mostly Eucalyptus.
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Post by wibblied on Jan 20, 2020 18:35:52 GMT -8
Thank you both for the help  I Googled a few images based off what you said and It looks very much like the one in our house. It is in the family of Cerambycidae and is the Coptocercus Rubripes species (nicknamed "Round-headed Wood Borer"). Another question: Being a wood borer, could it damage our house like a termite would, or is it safe to put it outside in a timber pile? |
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Post by bandrow on Jan 20, 2020 20:24:08 GMT -8
Greetings, I knew I'd seen this species before and it took some digging, but I think I have an ID for you... at least to genus. I believe your bug is in the genus Skeletodes, and is something very close to S. tetrops, if not that very species. Here is a link to some images: bezbycids.com/byciddb/wdetails.asp?id=19621&w=o Take note of the very long spine on the third antennal segment - this is distinctive. I doubt it is any kind of pest and would be unlikely to infest your house. Probably came to a light and got trapped - you could release it outdoors if you wish... Cheers! Bandrow |
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Post by 58chevy on Jan 21, 2020 7:26:07 GMT -8
wibblied,
Where did you find the beetle? Having a location is necessary for an accurate ID.
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Post by 58chevy on Jan 21, 2020 7:28:39 GMT -8
Never mind, wibblied. I had to read your post twice to notice your location (Melbourne).
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