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Stathmopoda melanochra

2 An Oecophorid moth (Eriococcus caterpillar) at suppressed

Stathmopoda melanochra at suppressed - 4 Feb 2023
Stathmopoda melanochra at suppressed - 4 Feb 2023
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Identification history

Stathmopoda melanochra 7 Feb 2023 ibaird
Stathmopoda melanochra 7 Feb 2023 AJB

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Species information

  • Stathmopoda melanochra Scientific name
  • An Oecophorid moth (Eriococcus caterpillar) Common name
  • Not Sensitive
  • Local Native
  • Non-Invasive

Sighting information

  • 1 Abundance
  • 4 Feb 2023 12:54 AM Recorded on
  • AJB Recorded by

Additional information

  • eucalupt Associated plant
  • Less than 5mm Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health

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  • Confirmed by an expert moderator
  • Nearby sighting(s) of same species
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