Pholodes sinistraria

Sinister or Frilled Bark Moth at Richardson, ACT

Pholodes sinistraria at Richardson, ACT - 16 Jan 2026 08:00 PM
Pholodes sinistraria at Richardson, ACT - 16 Jan 2026 08:00 PM
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Pholodes sinistraria 12 hrs ago DianneClarke
Pholodes sinistraria 14 hrs ago WendyEM
Agrotis infusa 18 hrs ago Queen

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Really cool find. I was surprised at how the moth could be flat.

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WendyEM wrote:
   14 hrs ago
Actually, it can't be flat, as it's abdomen is way too thick - unless foot, car etc assisted. Moths that sit like this are generally Geometrids.

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  • Perching on the air-conditioning piping next to the sensor light. Associated plant
  • 50mm or larger Animal size

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