Aulacophora hilaris
Aulacophora hilaris, also known as Pumpkin Beetle, is a beetle in the genus "Aulacophora" that is found in Australia. Description. Like other beetles in the genus "Aulacophora", "Aulacophora hilaris" is black and orange and has a length of 6 mm - 7 mm. Distribution. "Aulacophora hilaris" is found in Eastern Australia, including in the Sydney area. As a pest. "Aulacophora hilaris" is considered a pest as it feeds on members of the family Cucurbitaceae, which includes cucumbers and pumpkins hence its common name.