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Painted cup moth - Doratifera oxleyi This one was found on a unidentified species of Acacia . Size was only approx 15 mm and possibly third instar . This specimen is also from the Anglesea Heath area. Doratifera ew,Doratifera oxleyi,Eamw caterpillars,Eamw moth,Painted Cup Moth Click/tap to enlarge

Painted cup moth - Doratifera oxleyi

This one was found on a unidentified species of Acacia . Size was only approx 15 mm and possibly third instar . This specimen is also from the Anglesea Heath area.

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The Painted Cup Moth

The Painted Cup Moth is a moth of the Limacodidae family. It is found in Sydney and Melbourne, as well as South Australia and Tasmania. The wingspan is about 50 mm for females and 20 mm for males. The larvae feed on ''Eucalyptus'' species.

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Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
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Uploaded Oct 25, 2018. Captured Oct 24, 2018 19:51.
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  • Canon EOS 700D
  • f/11.0
  • 1/99s
  • ISO1600
  • 55mm