Blackbeetle Site

Native to South Africa; now widespread in Australia and the North Island of New Zealand.

Shiny black, cylindrical body, roughly 12–15 mm long. blackbeetle

This species is the primary concern for agricultural and horticultural sectors. Native to South Africa; now widespread in Australia

Fast-moving and nocturnal. They are attracted to lights and occasionally wander indoors for shelter during extreme weather. Risk: Non-toxic and do not cause property damage. African black beetle - Cesar Australia Native to South Africa

Both adults and larvae (C-shaped white grubs) are destructive. Adults chew stems at ground level, while larvae prune plant roots.

Controlled via insecticide-treated seeds, endophyte-resistant grasses like AR37 , and strategic soil pH management (aiming for pH 6.0). 🏠 Common Household "Black Beetles"

Generally beneficial predators. They eat aphids, slugs, and worms.