Anestia (genus)

1 A tiger moth at Amaroo, ACT

Anestia (genus) at Amaroo, ACT - 8 Oct 2022
Anestia (genus) at Amaroo, ACT - 8 Oct 2022
Anestia (genus) at Amaroo, ACT - 8 Oct 2022
Anestia (genus) at Amaroo, ACT - 8 Oct 2022
Anestia (genus) at Amaroo, ACT - 8 Oct 2022
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Identification history

Anestia (genus) 24 Oct 2022 ibaird
Anestia (genus) 24 Oct 2022 chriselidie

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User's notes

The larva pupated in an airy structure made of hair. It emerged after 14 days. It's underwings appear to be orange. Looks like Anestia ombrophanes, but the markings on the upper wings look different to me.

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Location information

Sighting information

  • 1 Abundance
  • 8 Oct 2022 12:10 PM Recorded on
  • chriselidie Recorded by

Additional information

  • Acacia Associated plant
  • None Associated Insect
  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Male Gender
  • Larvae Breeding behaviour
  • Alive / healthy Animal health
  • N/A Bird behaviour at hollow

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