Beetles are the most diverse group of animals on Earth, accounting for nearly a quarter of all known animal species. Australia is thought to be home to a whooping 30,000 beetle species ...

A shiny metallic, sometimes intensely golden beetle is the harbinger of Christmas here in Australia. However, the so-called Christmas beetles have been becoming increasingly rare for years.

Christmas beetles, once a beloved symbol of the festive season in Australia, are becoming a rare sight. These shimmering scarabs, known for their red and green hues, were once abundant during the ...