Doratifera quadriguttata

Four-spotted Cup Moth at Taylor, ACT

Doratifera quadriguttata at Taylor, ACT - 30 Jan 2026 02:18 PM
Doratifera quadriguttata at Taylor, ACT - 30 Jan 2026 02:18 PM
Doratifera quadriguttata at Taylor, ACT - 30 Jan 2026 02:18 PM
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Doratifera quadriguttata 31 Jan 2026 ibaird
Doratifera quadriguttata 31 Jan 2026 KimberiRP
Unverified 31 Jan 2026 Keltshi

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4 comments

Christine wrote:
   31 Jan 2026
Is this a poisonous caterpillar? Did it irritate your skin?
Keltshi wrote:
   31 Jan 2026
I felt something stinging sensation on my cheek and it was him! Posted here not sure what it is.
Keltshi wrote:
   31 Jan 2026
Thank you for the identification.
Christine wrote:
   31 Jan 2026
A very attractive caterpillar, and I believe the sting is its defence mechanism.

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  • Less than 5mm Animal size

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