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Pachnoda sinuata
The species is part of the large family Scarabaeidae, which also include the scarabs and dung beetles. This species is large with a smooth carapace. Colouration is variable but basically yellow with dark brown central area broken by yellow spots and a transverse yellow line across the rear of the elytra.
It ranges widely in South Africa and thus are found in a variety of habitats. They are commonly found in gardens.
Spotted on Apr 25, 2015
Submitted on Aug 1, 2015
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