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Rhuma subaurata

1 A Geometer moth at suppressed

Rhuma subaurata at suppressed - 15 Jan 2023
Rhuma subaurata at suppressed - 15 Jan 2023
Rhuma subaurata at suppressed - 15 Jan 2023
Rhuma subaurata at suppressed - 15 Jan 2023
Rhuma subaurata at suppressed - 15 Jan 2023
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Identification history

Rhuma subaurata 17 Jan 2023 donhe
Rhuma subaurata 17 Jan 2023 ibaird
Unidentified 15 Jan 2023 Steve_Bok

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User's notes

Attracted to UV light, approx 25mm wingspan

2 comments

donhe wrote:
   16 Jan 2023
near Cleora sabulata ?
ibaird wrote:
   17 Jan 2023
Rhuma subulata I think, seems to be quite variable if so.
A new species for CNM if confirmed.

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Species information

  • Rhuma subaurata Scientific name
  • A Geometer moth Common name
  • Not Sensitive
  • Rare or uncommon Native
  • Non-Invasive

Sighting information

  • 1 Abundance
  • 15 Jan 2023 08:59 AM Recorded on
  • Steve_Bok Recorded by

Additional information

  • 25mm to 50mm Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health

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