Anthela canescens

Anthelid moth at Cotter River, ACT

Anthela canescens at Cotter River, ACT - 25 Apr 2021
Anthela canescens at Cotter River, ACT - 25 Apr 2021
Anthela canescens at Cotter River, ACT - 25 Apr 2021
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Identification history

Anthela canescens 6 May 2021 ibaird
Anthela canescens 5 May 2021 donhe
Unidentified 5 May 2021 Tapirlord

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Caterpillar in an Acacia by the side of the trail.

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donhe wrote:
   5 May 2021
The flattened white dorsal tufts seem to be characteristic of A. canescens.

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  • Unknown Gender

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