Abantiades (genus)

4 A Swift or Ghost moth at Stromlo, ACT

Abantiades (genus) at Stromlo, ACT - 11 Feb 2023
Abantiades (genus) at Stromlo, ACT - 11 Feb 2023
Abantiades (genus) at Stromlo, ACT - 11 Feb 2023
Abantiades (genus) at Stromlo, ACT - 11 Feb 2023
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Abantiades (genus) 13 Feb 2023 donhe
Abantiades (genus) 12 Feb 2023 ibaird
Abantiades hyalinatus 12 Feb 2023 RobG1

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On the Bluett's Block nocturnal survey, Matthew noticed this moth on my backpack. It flew from the backpack into a pond. It got out of the pond and ended up on Ciaran's leg, where it started to lay eggs. It was then lowered gently to the ground. It looks like it has seen better days.

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