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Epicoma tristis Attracted to UV light. Wings partially open after 15 minutes of playing dead. Australia,Eamw moth,Encounter Bay SA,Epicoma tristis,Geotagged,Spring,UVL Click/tap to enlarge

Epicoma tristis

Attracted to UV light. Wings partially open after 15 minutes of playing dead.

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"Epicoma tristis" is a moth of the Thaumetopoeidae family. It is found in Australia. The larvae feed on "Eucalyptus", "Leptospermum" and "Kunzea" species.

Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Ernst
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Uploaded Nov 25, 2024. Captured Nov 22, 2024 15:20 in 66 Franklin Parade, Encounter Bay SA 5211, Australia.
  • Canon EOS 700D
  • f/10.0
  • 1/83s
  • ISO400
  • 135mm