undetermined Lymantriid A
LYMANTRIIDAE

Don Herbison-Evans ( donherbisonevans@yahoo.com )
&
Stella Crossley

(updated 1 July 2007)


This Caterpillar was found in Bundaberg, Queensland, feeding on:

  • Willgar ( Breynia oblongifolia, EUPHORBIACEAE ).

    It grew to a length of about 2 cms. In captivity, it pupated at the bottom of its container.

    The adult moth is white with a bunch of fawn hairs on its tail. When disturbed, it lies down and curls its abdomen under its body.

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