Christmas beetles, Moodjar trees, bright flowers and even cherries all signify Christmas in Australia, but what do we actually know about them?
Moodjar trees are a native 'Christmas tree' in Western Australia, while Christmas beetles are commonly seen as a symbol of the festive season across the country.Each year, there are several signs from nature that mark the beginning of Australian summer and the holiday season.
The beetle is easily recognisable thanks to its large, chunky shape and metallic brown, yellow, or pink colouring. According to the Australian Museum, the total number of Christmas beetles reported in the Sydney area has declined over the past 30 years.In Western Australia, the moodjar tree's yellow flowers start to bloom across the bottom half of the state at the start of summer, and offer a sign that Christmas is around the corner.
Cherries are prominent in the fruit and veg section of Australian supermarkets in the week or two leading up to Christmas, with many people include them in Christmas meals.
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