11005-37001 Dobsonfly (Archichauliodes diversus) adults live for just 6-10 days. The large larvae, or 'toe-biters', are common in stony streams throughout NZ *
DSC_9778 Ground beetle (Megadromus meritus) on lichen-covered bark in podocarp forest remnant. Commonly found on the downlands of east Otago and southeastern Southland. Seaward Downs, Southland *
DSC_2966 Bubbled ground beetle (Megadromus bullatus) a large (30mm), metallic green carabid with sculptured chains of 'bubbles' down the elytra. Found sporadically, in the wet southern beech forests of Otago, Southland and Stewart Island, but nowhere common. Ground beetles are fast moving, surface dwelling predators. Mavora Lakes, South-West New Zealand World Heritage Area *
