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Brunia replana The larva of this moth is a nocturnal feeder of lichen, growing to around 30 mm. In the adult moth, the spot seen here on the thorax, distinguishes this species from the similar Palaeosia bicosta.<br /> <br /> Wingspan 30 mm<br /> Arctiinae,Australia,Brunia replana,Erebidae,Fauna,Geotagged,Lepidoptera,Lichen-eating Caterpillar,Lithosiini,Manulea replana,Spring,arthropod,insect,invertebrate,macro,new south wales Click/tap to enlarge

Brunia replana

The larva of this moth is a nocturnal feeder of lichen, growing to around 30 mm. In the adult moth, the spot seen here on the thorax, distinguishes this species from the similar Palaeosia bicosta.

Wingspan 30 mm

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The Lichen-eating Caterpillar

Brunia replana is a tiger moth in the Brunia genus.

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Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Ruth Spigelman
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By Ruth Spigelman

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Uploaded Nov 1, 2021. Captured Oct 26, 2021 14:23 in 59 Merewether St, Merewether NSW 2291, Australia.
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  • NIKON D850
  • f/16.0
  • 10/2500s
  • ISO250
  • 105mm