We came across a Eucalyptus leaf that had been chewed in this interesting pattern by quite the diligent creature. After some googling around I found information on the Eucalyptus Tortoise Beetle.
They chew this distinctive semi-circle pattern all around the edge of a leaf.
Seems like they arrived here in California around 2000 from Australia and just chow down on the Eucalyptus leaves but don't really kill the trees. I will now keep my eyes open for these miniature tortoise like guys.
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