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Photo by JulieCrean
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Field Notes

Description:

A 'nest' the size of a large fist, sealed at the top with mud. Would love to know what it is!

Habitat:

Was found on the outskirts of Alice Springs Desert Park, as shown in a shrubby bush.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (3)
lori.tas
Hi Julie, I think Leuba is correct in that you've found the nest of a Bag Shelter moth. Here's another photo. https://www.flickr.com/photos/centralaustralia/16598401072
JulieCrean
Thank you Leuba, your help was much appreciated. I think you've cracked it.
Leuba Ridgway
Welcome to ProjectNoah Julie ! Great to see spottings from NT. When you have a minute, could you please add some information about this spotting in allocated spaces like where you found it ( ? plant species if known) and kind of place under "habitat" and anything about the structure like size, texture, etc. This looks like a cocoon of a Notodontid Moth but can't be certain. Have a look at this http://lepidoptera.butterflyhouse.com.au/noto/lunifer.html Interesting first spotting. Hope you enjoy posting and we look forward to seeing more from your area. Thanks.
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PublishedJuly 5, 2015

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