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Orthaga seminivea The larvae of this stunning little moth have been found on cheese tree (Glochidion ferdinandi, family Phyllanthaceae).<br />
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Orthaga seminivea

The larvae of this stunning little moth have been found on cheese tree (Glochidion ferdinandi, family Phyllanthaceae).

Wingspan 20 mm

    comments (5)

  1. Gorgeous specimen Ruth Posted 5 years ago
    1. I agree Paul, the markings are something special aren't they? And reminded me of my calico cat. Posted 5 years ago
  2. A lovely moth! It reminds me of s'mores. Oh, and I had no idea that cheese grew on trees ;P. Posted 5 years ago
  3. That's a lovely one Ruth Posted 5 years ago
  4. Like the background Ruth Posted 3 years ago

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''Orthaga seminivea'' is a species of snout moth in the genus ''Orthaga''. It is found in Australia.

The wingspan is about 20 mm. Adults are white with a dark brown pattern.

The larvae feed on ''Glochidion ferdinandi''. They live in a shelter of leaves joined together by silk.

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

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Uploaded Apr 16, 2020. Captured Feb 26, 2020 09:42 in 160 Merewether St, Merewether NSW 2291, Australia.
  • NIKON D850
  • f/10.0
  • 10/1250s
  • ISO250
  • 105mm