Orgyia anartoides

Painted Apple Moth at Molonglo Valley, ACT

Orgyia anartoides at Molonglo Valley, ACT - 19 Jan 2022
Orgyia anartoides at Molonglo Valley, ACT - 19 Jan 2022
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Identification history

Orgyia anartoides 15 Feb 2022 donhe
Orgyia anartoides 15 Feb 2022 CathB

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Hatched from the cocoons shown in sighting 4420176. This plant has since been completely defoliated.

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Sighting information

  • 16 - 100 Abundance
  • 19 Jan 2022 12:16 PM Recorded on
  • CathB Recorded by

Additional information

  • Indigofera australis Associated plant
  • 5mm to 12mm Animal size
  • Larvae Breeding behaviour

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