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Helena gum moth (Opodiphthera helena) The emperor gum moth is an Australian favourite moth with ocelli in the centre of all four wings. The helena gum moth is its slightly larger cousin with eeven larger and more strongly colored wings. Australia,Geotagged,Helena gum moth,Opodiphthera helena,Spring,moth week 2018 Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

Helena gum moth (Opodiphthera helena)

The emperor gum moth is an Australian favourite moth with ocelli in the centre of all four wings. The helena gum moth is its slightly larger cousin with eeven larger and more strongly colored wings.

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The Helena gum moth

The Helena gum moth is a moth in the family Saturniidae. It is found along the eastern coast of Australia.
The wingspan is 130-170 mm. The larvae feed on ''Eucalyptus'' species.

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Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Martin Lagerwey
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By Martin Lagerwey

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Uploaded Dec 22, 2017. Captured Dec 21, 2017 15:33 in 535 Carlisle Rd, Irrewillipe East VIC 3249, Australia.
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  • Canon EOS 600D
  • f/16.0
  • 1/166s
  • ISO200
  • 100mm

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