Nyctemera amicus

Senecio Moth, Magpie Moth, Cineraria Moth at Watson, ACT

Nyctemera amicus at Watson, ACT - 6 Dec 2021
Nyctemera amicus at Watson, ACT - 6 Dec 2021
Nyctemera amicus at Watson, ACT - 6 Dec 2021
Nyctemera amicus at Watson, ACT - 6 Dec 2021
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Identification history

Nyctemera amicus 10 Dec 2021 donhe
Nyctemera amicus 9 Dec 2021 ibaird
Unidentified 9 Dec 2021 MPW

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Magpie Moth Hairy Black Caterpillars, about 4cm long, with Yellow stripes, Feeding on Fireweed leaves / stems. Yellowbox grassy woodland, semi shaded location

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  • "Fireweed" Senecio sp Associated plant
  • 25mm to 50mm Animal size
  • Unknown Gender
  • Larvae Breeding behaviour

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