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The Fruit Tree Borer

The fruit tree borer is a moth of the family Xyloryctidae. It is native to Australia. The moths confront threats by lying down on their back or side, extending the wings upwards and curling the abdomen to display the yellow tip.

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Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Ernst
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By Ernst

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Uploaded Dec 26, 2024. Captured Dec 26, 2024 10:17 in 66 Franklin Parade, Encounter Bay SA 5211, Australia.
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  • Canon EOS 700D
  • f/14.0
  • 1/83s
  • ISO400
  • 109mm
Captured in the summer. More summer photos.